Papaver orientale 'Turkenlouis'

Oriental Poppy

Family: Papaveraceae Poppy


Type Perennial
USDA Hardiness range 3A - 7A
Exposure Full sun
Bloom color Orange, red
Bloom time Late Spring to Mid Summer
Water needs Dry to moist
Landscape uses Alpine garden, border, container, foundation, massing, rock garden, specimen, woodland garden
Height 24" to 4' / 60cm to 1.20m
Spread 18" to 24" / 45cm to 60cm
Growth rate Moderate
Persistence Deciduous, broadleaf
Bloom attributes Suitable for cut flowers
Leaf color Green
Fruit color n/a
Soil pH requirements Neutral
Soil type Sandy, loamy
Form Upright or erect
Attributes and features Attractive foilage