Breadseed Poppy ‘Black Beauty’
Papaver species
Description
Grown primarily for their decorative seedpods, Breadseed poppies are easy to grow and make a wonderful addition to any garden. The plum-and-red petals on this towering plant look as if they belong to an exotic winged bird. After the flowers fade, they leave behind an abundance of interesting, textural seedpods.
Details
Height: 36 to 48 in
Site: full sun
Days to maturity: 80 to 90 days
Plant spacing: 9 to 12 in
Pinch: not necessary
Seed Sowing & Growing Notes
Breadseed poppies resent transplanting and do best when direct-sown. Sow seed directly into the garden after all danger of frost has passed. Slugs love them, so keep an eye out.
Harvesting/Vase Life
Details
Description
Grown primarily for their decorative seedpods, Breadseed poppies are easy to grow and make a wonderful addition to any garden. The plum-and-red petals on this towering plant look as if they belong to an exotic winged bird. After the flowers fade, they leave behind an abundance of interesting, textural seedpods.
Details
Height: 36 to 48 in
Site: full sun
Days to maturity: 80 to 90 days
Plant spacing: 9 to 12 in
Pinch: not necessary
Seed Sowing & Growing Notes
Breadseed poppies resent transplanting and do best when direct-sown. Sow seed directly into the garden after all danger of frost has passed. Slugs love them, so keep an eye out.
Harvesting/Vase Life
Sources
How to Grow
How to Grow
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