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Features
Family
Papaveraceae
Native
Europe, Africa, Asia
Life Cycle
Annual
Plant Height
Tall (Greater than 24")
Flower Color
Pink
Bloom Season
Spring to summer
Further Information
Plant Characteristics
- Attracts Pollinators
- Cut Flower
Growing Conditions
Drought Tolerant
Plant Resistance
Deer Resistant
About Poppy
Papaver rhoeas
2"–3" tissue paper-like petals in rose, white, pink, and red shades.
Planting Poppy
Plant Spacing
A group of 3 seeds every 6"-8"
Light Required
Full Sun
Plant Height
Tall (Greater than 24")
Planting Depth
Press into surface
Planting Details
| Seed Depth | Press into surface |
|---|---|
| Seed Spacing | A group of 3 seeds every 6"-8" |
| Thinning | When 1"–2" tall, thin to 1 every 6"–8" |
| Germination | 10–15 days |
| Start Indoors | Not recommended; does not transplant well. |
| Direct Sow | RECOMMENDED. 4 to 6 weeks before your average last frost date, or as soon as soil can be worked; or fall for bloom the following spring. Mild Climates: Only fall sowing recommended. |
Find Your Frost Date & Grow Zone
Average First Frost Date
October 19
Average Last Frost Date
May 19
Your Hardiness Zone is
5b
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9 reviews
- cindee d.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars4/16/26Shirley Poppy
This is my first time planting poppy seeds in the southeast. They took quite a while to bloom, but it was worth the wait. They are so pretty..
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests4/19/26Hey Cindee,
We're so happy to hear your Shirley Single Blend Corn Poppy Seeds finally bloomed beautifully for you! Poppies can definitely take their sweet time, especially when they're getting established in a new climate like the southeast, but aren't they just stunning when they finally show off? Those delicate, papery petals in all those gorgeous colors make the wait so worthwhile! Your patience really paid off, and we're thrilled you're enjoying these lovely blooms in your garden. Keep on growing 🌻️
- Honey C.Rated 5 out of 5 stars3/19/255 Stars
Big, strong plants. I am in Zone 9b and sowed these seeds in November/December! I direct sowed using a variety of different methods so I can’t say much for the germination rate. I find I prefer to buy different seeds from different companies bc different flowers are more value-priced at different companies. From the poppy seeds I ordered from Bakers Creek and Migardener, BI definitely had the most for the price! Lots of room for error.
- Laura F.Rated 5 out of 5 stars6/9/245 Stars
First time planting poppy seeds. Took about 3 months from planting seeds to seeing blooms. Flowers have been blooming for the past month - so pretty! I'm in Zone 9b.
Which best describes you as a gardener? Intermediate - Raymond W.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars6/1/245 Stars
No complaints great experience thank you
Which best describes you as a gardener? Expert - Geri L.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars12/15/235 Stars
Great seeds with great germination rates!
Which best describes you as a gardener? Intermediate