Papaver rhoeas (Papaveraceae)
"My little Granddaughter Ava Shck. I have a steady stream of people enjoying my poppies, including a bride this year!"
B. Tuttle: Walnut Grove, North Carolina
A
hardy annual native to Europe, which has naturalized throughout the United States. The
large 2 to 4 inch blooms are fire enginered vividly marked with purplishblack centers
individually borne on erect hairy stems. The foliage remains inconspicuous allowing the
flower to express its full beauty. Prefers well drained
soil in full sun to partial
shade. Performs best if sown in late fall in the southern regions of the U.S. or in early
spring in the northern regions of the U.S. An outstanding spring favorite.
Suggested Use: Flower gardens, roadsides, meadows, mixtures, cut flowers.
Miscellaneous: State Highway Departments throughout the nation have begun planting Red
Corn Poppies along their roadsides for motorists to enjoy. Truly spectacular when heavily
seeded in an isolated area. Does not transplant well.
Average Planting Success: 80%
