Papaver orientale 'Beauty of Livermore'

Oriental Poppy

Family: Papaveraceae Poppy


Type Perennial
USDA Hardiness range 3A - 7A
Exposure Full sun
Bloom color Red
Bloom time Mid Spring to Late 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, slightly alkaline
Soil type Sandy, loamy
Form Irregular or sprawling, upright or erect
Attributes and features Attractive foilage