Oriental Poppy Bolero
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- SHIPSBeginning in April
- HEIGHT36" when full grown
- SPACING15" between plants
- LIGHTFull sun, or part-shade
- ZONEPerennial zone 3-9
- SHIPPINGFlat rate $10 shipping on all orders
- INCLUDES1 bare root
- Botanical NamePapaver orientale
Description
Bolero Papaver is a gorgeous deep rose pink color, and the outside of the petals are brushed with a dark plum. Blooms last for only a couple of weeks, best planted in groups of three or more for max effect.
- DEER Deer resistant
- KIDS+PETS Toxic
- DIFFICULTY Super easy to grow
- CLIMATE Likes cool temperatures
- WATER Drought tolerant
- INDOOR+POTS Not a good choice for containers
How to Plant
Dig a hole deep enough to accommodate the roots, about 12", so the top of the root is just below flush with the soil. Now give your new poppy a good wish, a few solid pats to compress the soil around it, and a long drink of water.
Where to Plant
Find a place that gets a decent amount of sun, and space roots about 15" apart.
When to Plant
Plant within a day or so of receiving your root, they are fine with some freezing temperatures if you haven't past your last frost date.
When to Expect Blooms
For two glorious weeks in early Summer
Care Instructions
When buds begin to emerge, supplemental water will encourage more blooms. And ask us any questions along the way.
Extra Credit
You can dead head the spent blooms, or leave them to develop their ornamental seed pods, which allows them to spread, or 'naturalize' the following season.