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Papaver nudicaule

Also Known As

  • Papaver nudicaule var. croceum
  • Artic Poppy

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 12"-24"
  • W: 12"-18"

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Papaver nudicaule plant details

Papaver nudicaule is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial with. In spring and summer orange and red 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 nudicaule

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: papaveraceae
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: orange and red blooms in spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Papaver nudicaule

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A marvelous bright orange-red poppy flower on a small plant that seems to be more heat tolerant than most of the icelandic poppy hybrids. It made it through the summer from hell of 2012, at least, which speaks well for its robustness. Zone 4

Gardening facts about Papaver nudicaule plant

How to Grow Papaver nudicaule

  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun

Features

  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Color

    • red
    • orange
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
    • semi-evergreen

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