POPPY
Coral Reef
Papaver orientale
Stunning pale coral blooms which can be as large as your hand. Stems are lovely and long and have large seeds heads perfect for drying.
Type : Hardy Perennial
Position : Full Sun
Height : 75cm
Quantity per packet : Approx 50
Growing
Sowing method : Direct sow where they are to grow.
When to plant : August - November or autumn sow March - April
Spacing : 30cm
Depth : Surface sow, cover lightly
Germination : 12-16 days
Days to maturity : 65-75 from spring sowing
Harvesting
Flowers : November - December
When to pick : When partially open.
Vase life : 6-7 days