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Papaver somniferum 'Cupcake'

Also Known As

  • Papaver 'Cupcake'
  • Cupcake Poppy

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

  • H: 3'-4'
  • W: 6"

planting zones

  • 1-11

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Papaver somniferum 'Cupcake' plant details

Papaver somniferum 'Cupcake' is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with blue and green foliage. In spring and summer pink flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Papaver somniferum 'Cupcake'

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: papaveraceae
Foliage: deciduous blue and green
Mature size: 6 IN wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring and summer
Uses: cottage garden, cutting garden, self-sowing

GROWING CONDITIONS for Papaver somniferum 'Cupcake'

USDA Zones: 1 - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Oh la la! Perfectly princess pink Poppies come dressed for the party! Big wavy blooms with prim purple blotches are up to 5” across on 3' to 4' stems. Essential for the fairytale garden! Due to Agricultural Restrictions we cannot ship this plant to West Virginia.

By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials

Gardening facts about Papaver somniferum 'Cupcake' plant

How to Grow Papaver somniferum 'Cupcake'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • glaucous

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