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Papaver orientale 'Patty's Plum'

Also Known As

Patty's Plum Oriental Poppy

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 24"-28"
W: 12"-18"

planting zones

4a-8b

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Papaver orientale 'Patty's Plum' plant details

Papaver orientale 'Patty's Plum' is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - bright shade and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Papaver orientale 'Patty's Plum'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: papaveraceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 24 IN - 28 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in summer
Uses: cutting garden, showy

GROWING CONDITIONS for Papaver orientale 'Patty's Plum'

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Luscious smoky plum pink blossoms with dark splotches at the base of each petal appear around Memorial Day for us here in New England. Flowering stems reach 32-34" above coarse dark green foliage. Grow Oriental poppies in a dry sunny spot. They are summer dormant, meaning they will begin to die back and leave a hole for planting annuals in your garden beds.