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Week 39 – September 26, 2024

Plant Information

Papaver orientale Heartbeat

  • Papaver orientale Heartbeat - Bloom
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Plant Details:

Scientific Name: Papaver orientale

Common Name: Oriental Poppy

Hardiness Zone: 3a - 8b

Hardiness Degree: -40°F (-40.0°C)

Blooming Season: Spring, Late Spring

Plant Habit: Spreading, Upright

Water: Light

Fertilize: Once a month

Spacing: 15 - 25" (38 - 64cm)

Height: 26 - 30" (66 - 76cm)

Width: 12 - 15" (30 - 38cm)

Exposure: Sun

General Information: Deep maroon flowers with a double layer of petals on tall, strong stems.

Grower Information:

Deep maroon flowers with a double layer of petals on tall, strong stems. Interspecific forms of perennial Poppy bred to stand the hot Summers of California and stay in flower longer. Petals are glossy, thicker than most varieties and last longer. In temperate climates, a second flush of blooms is common. They are not tolerant to high humidity.

'Heartbeat'

Protection Information: PP20,102