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Papaver rhoeas 'Pandora'

Also Known As

  • Pandora Shirley Poppy

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

  • H: 15"-24"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 1-12

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Papaver rhoeas 'Pandora' plant details

Papaver rhoeas 'Pandora' is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with blue and green foliage. In spring and summer burgundy, pink and silver flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Papaver rhoeas 'Pandora'

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: papaveraceae
Foliage: deciduous blue and green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 15 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: burgundy, pink and silver blooms in spring and summer
Uses: border plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, floriferous, self-sowing

GROWING CONDITIONS for Papaver rhoeas 'Pandora'

USDA Zones: 1 - 12
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Pandora—in early mythology “she who sends up gifts from the earth” has outdone herself in this new namesake, a unique and beautiful new poppy that combines rich opulent shades of pink to burgundy with silvery stripes. Direct surface sow, just pressing into the soil, for spring to summer blooms.

Gardening facts about Papaver rhoeas 'Pandora' plant

How to Grow Papaver rhoeas 'Pandora'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • pink
    • burgundy
    • silver
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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