Flowers
Papaver rhoeas 'Amazing Grey' (Poppy)
Shirley Poppy
A fairly new introduction which will look stunning in any border with its exquisite range of blue-grey, hints of mauve and purple colours. An unusual colouring, but beautifully compliments the delicate papery-fine petals of the double blooms.
- Plant type
- Hardy Annual
- Position
- Full Sun to Partial Sun
- Height
- 60cm
- Spread
- 30cm
Growing calendar
Sowing & growing
March-May, sow where it is to grow in a well-prepared seed bed, in full sun. The seedlings do not like root disturbance so simply thin to 20 cm apart. Will not germinate if planted in grass. Can also be sown outside in Aug-Sep for flowering the following year. Seedlings may need protection with a cloche through a hard winter. Looks great sown in drifts so the flowers can sway gently in the breeze.
Aftercare
Cut flowers and deadhead regularly to prolong the flowering period and encourage growth. Will spread if left to self-seed.
Gallery
Ref. SEP001