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Papaver rhoeas 'Amazing Grey'

Also Known As

  • Amazing Grey Flanders Poppy

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

  • H: 2'-3"
  • W: 1'-2'

planting zones

  • 1-12

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Papaver rhoeas 'Amazing Grey' plant details

Papaver rhoeas 'Amazing Grey' is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with blue and green foliage. In spring and summer lavender 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 rhoeas 'Amazing Grey'

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: papaveraceae
Foliage: deciduous blue and green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in spring and summer
Uses: cottage garden, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, self-sowing

GROWING CONDITIONS for Papaver rhoeas 'Amazing Grey'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Unique and impressive colors of mixed shades of stormy-cloud grey to blushed lavender tissue paper like petals. Lovely single to double flowers reach 2-3' tall. Deadhead to encourage extended blooms. This new Shirley poppy enjoys a sunny site on well drained soil - moderate moisture during growth and bloom.

Gardening facts about Papaver rhoeas 'Amazing Grey' plant

How to Grow Papaver rhoeas 'Amazing Grey'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • lavender
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • bees
    • butterflies
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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