Papaver somniferum 'Venus'

Also Known As

Papaver x hybridum 'Venus'
Venus Poppy

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

H: 4'
W: 3'

planting zones

1-11

Papaver somniferum 'Venus' plant details

Papaver somniferum 'Venus' is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen annual / biennial with green foliage. In spring and summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Papaver somniferum 'Venus'

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: papaveraceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT wide, 4 FT tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring and summer
Uses: cottage garden, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, heirloom, self-sowing

GROWING CONDITIONS for Papaver somniferum 'Venus'

USDA Zones: 1 - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular

Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Not just pink, not just super double, but PINK, SUPER DOUBLE, & FRINGED. This is the pink marabou poodle of our poppy collection – a flower that will really indulge your girly side. Put your poppies in the ground as early as you can – as soon as the ground is workable, or if you live somewhere mild, you can even start them in the Fall! This, combined with rich soil, will yield poppies of monstrous size. Like, 4’ tall, & up to 3’ wide with 5” blooms. Yowza! This one does need a bit of staking (those huge blooms get heavy) so be prepared. If planted later, they will still grow, but their potential for traffic-stopping is diminished. Reseeds! Poppy Fans - As cool season growers, Papavers should be planted only when extreme heat or extreme cold is not anticipated! Due to Agricultural Restrictions we cannot ship this plant to West Virginia.