Papaver rhoeas 'American Legion'

Also Known As

American Legion Corn Poppy

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

H: 2'-3'
W: 2'

planting zones

1-12

Papaver rhoeas 'American Legion' plant details

Papaver rhoeas 'American Legion' is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In spring and summer red flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and even moisture water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Papaver rhoeas 'American Legion'

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: papaveraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 0 - 2 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: red blooms in spring and summer
Uses: border plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, heirloom, native plant, self-sowing

GROWING CONDITIONS for Papaver rhoeas 'American Legion'

USDA Zones: 1 - 12
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture

Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Found in Dutch gardens, and considered a regional variant of corn poppy, 'American Legion' is a large chalice-shaped flower of scarlet-red, marked inside the cup with a large white cross. Combine with white poppies and azure linaria for a patriotic Memorial Day garden.