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Papaver (Poppy Seeds) Brilliant Scarlet

The classic orientale poppy with large bright scarlet-red flowers and a jet black centre. The perfect flower to stand out in borders.

Height: 80cm (32")

Hardy perennial - orientale type

CAUTION: HARMFUL IF EATEN!

Product Part No: 71702

Pack size: 100 Seeds

In Stock
Price: £1.90

When to Sow

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Additional Details

When to Sow Brilliant Scarlet Poppy Seeds

February to June or September and October

Where to Sow

Under cover sow seeds onto the surface of a good free draining seed compost. Do not cover the seed as light helps germination. Place at a temperature of 15°C (60°F) until after germination which usually takes 10-21 days.

When to Transplant

Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle into pots and grow on until larger. Gradually acclimatise plants to cooler conditions for a few weeks before planting out in a cold frame 30cm (12") apart. Later sowings should be overwintered in a cold frame for planting out the following spring.

Flowers

May to July the following year.

Handy Tip

the large vibrant blooms are perfect planted in a border of hot colours.