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Poppy Flanders Red Seeds
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Poppy Flanders Red Remembrance
Botanical Name: Papaver rhoeas
Deep red, single flowers. Widely recognised as a symbol of remembrance in Australia and New Zealand, they make a stunning display when mass planted. An annual, flowering the same year. Prefers a well drained soil and sunny position.
Plant Height: 60cm
How To Grow
Sprinkle seeds over soil, cover lightly, firm down gently and keep damp. Or sow in seed boxes, transplanting when large enough to handle. Thin as necessary, spacing 20cm (8in) apart. Feed regularly and remove spent flower heads to encourage flowering. Protect from snails. Pinch out the early buds to encourage good, strong clumps.
When To Plant
Late Summer and Autumn
Flowering
20 weeks from sowing
Sow
Summer, Autumn
