This really is a designer poppy! Fully double blooms in a romantic lilac shade over delicate but sturdy foliage bringi a luxury feel to planting schemes. But don't let looks deceive you! This easy sow and grow annual is a no-fuss gap filler, or can be sown in large drifts for impressive effect. Simply scatter the seeds on prepared ground where you want them to grow. As flowers fade like confetti from the plants, you'll enjoy decorative seedheads into autumn. Height: 90cm (36in). Spread: 30cm (12in).
Sowing
Sow in trays, pots, etc of good seed compost, just covering the seed with compost or vermiculite. Sow at any time of year. Germination can be slow. After sowing, seal container in a polythene bag and leave at 60-65F (15-18C) for 2 weeks, then place in a refrigerator (not freezer) for 3-6 weeks. After this return to the recommended germination temperature. If germination does not occur in 6-10 weeks return to the fridge for a further 3-6 weeks. Examine regularly whilst in the fridge and remove immediately the seeds show signs of germinating.
Caution: harmful if eaten.
Delivery
Seeds and garden supplies will normally be delivered within the time period stated against each product as detailed above. Plants, bulbs, corms, tubers, shrubs, trees, potatoes, etc. are delivered at the appropriate time for planting or potting on. Delivery times will be stated on the product page above, or in your order acknowledgement page and email.