Papaver somniferum (Laciniatum Group) 'Afghan Pink Bicolor'

Also Known As

Papaver hybridum 'Afghan Pink and White'
Papaver lacinata 'Afghan Pink Bicolor'
Papaver somniferum 'Afghan Pink and White'
Afghan Pink and White Poppy
Afghan Pink Bicolor Poppy

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

H: 24"-36"
W: 6"-12"

planting zones

1-12

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Papaver somniferum (Laciniatum Group) 'Afghan Pink Bicolor' plant details

Papaver somniferum (Laciniatum Group) 'Afghan Pink Bicolor' is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with blue and green foliage. In spring and summer pink and white flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Papaver somniferum (Laciniatum Group) 'Afghan Pink Bicolor'

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: papaveraceae
Foliage: deciduous blue and green
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 24 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: pink and white blooms in spring and summer
Uses: cottage garden, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, self-sowing

GROWING CONDITIONS for Papaver somniferum (Laciniatum Group) 'Afghan Pink Bicolor'

USDA Zones: 1 - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: deer, heat
Soil needs: average, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Fluffy balls of deeply cut petals of beautiful soft pink sport white centers and float on 3’ stems June, July and August. Great cut flowers. Enjoys a sunny site on well drained soil and moderate moisture during growth and bloom. An annual but leave some of the flowers to go to seed and have even MORE next year! Deer ignore this in our garden.

By: Secret Garden Growers

Gorgeous bi-color blooms with a white center darkening to a bold pink and fabulously flirty fringed tips that are both romatique and dramatique. Whopping big blooms up to 4” wide on stalks up to 4’ tall means this awesome annual will be the star of your Spring garden. Plant in a group for serious Poppy punch or mix with other varieties to create interesting combinations. Allow the seed pods to dry on the stalk not only for their beautiful architectural form, but also so they can set seed, giving you plenty of free poppies next Spring! Provide rich soil for best show. Poppy Fans - As cool season growers, Papavers should be planted only when extreme heat or extreme cold is not anticipated! Due to Agricultural Restrictions we cannot ship this plant to West Virginia