Papaver orientalis 'Aglaya'

Oriental Poppy

Cups of frilly, light coral petals with dark centers grow on sturdy mounds of bright green foliage. Recipient of Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit.


  •  · Salmon-pink flowers with dark centers
  •  · Late spring blooming
  •  · Needs well-drained soil
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Papaver orientalis Beauty of Livermere

Papaver orientalis 'Beauty of Livermere'

Oriental Poppy

Forms large clumps of serrated gray-green foliage. Large 4-6" bright scarlet-red flowers with dark basal blotches, bloom early summer.

More Info

Height:

20-30 in

Spread:

18-24 in

Zone:

3-8

Papaver orientalis 'Aglaya'
Papaver orientalis 'Aglaya'

Exposure

• Sun Tolerant

Soil Moisture Needs

• Average Soil

Nature Attraction

• Attracts Hummingbirds

Critter Resistance

• Rabbit Resistant
• Deer Resistant

Attributes

• Good Cut Flower / Foliage

Season of Interest (Flowering)

• Late Spring / Early Summer
• Summer

Papaver

Common Name: Iceland Poppy

Hairy basal leaves with huge crepe paper-like flowers, on tall stems. Plants bloom late spring and require well-drained soil. Very showy.