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    Papaver spicatum

    Also Known As

    • Turkish Spike Poppy

    Plant type

    perennial

    size

    • H: 20"
    • W: 20"

    planting zones

    • 6a-9b

    Papaver spicatum plant details

    Papaver spicatum is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In summer apricot flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Papaver spicatum

    Plant type: perennial
    Plant family: papaveraceae
    Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
    Mature size: 20 IN wide, 20 IN tall
    Flowers: apricot blooms in summer
    Uses: rock garden, summer dormant

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Papaver spicatum

    USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
    Soil needs: rich and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    This underused perennial boasts a 20”, hollyhock-like flower spike of creamy apricot that emerges from a tight clump of light green foliage. Blossoms in June and July give way to summer dormancy before an autumn reawakening. Prefers rich, well-drained soil and regular summer water. Frost hardy in USDA zone 6.

    By: Cistus Nursery

    Gardening facts about Papaver spicatum plant

    How to Grow Papaver spicatum

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture - regular

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained
      • rich

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • apricot

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous
      • semi-evergreen

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