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Papaver somniferum 'Blue Moon'

Papaver somniferum 'Blue Moon'

Product number: 544615
Origin: Mediterranean region
Latin: Papaver somniferum

Blue Moon is a selection with pure white flowers, and in the center of each of the four large petals, a blue-purple brushstroke. The poppies stand on strong stems 70-100 cm high, and after flowering, rather large, decorative seed heads develop.

Poppies are a gem in the garden. They are also fantastic as cut flowers; cut them in bud when the color is just visible. You will see them fully unfold…

Names:
Latin: Papaver somniferum
Dutch: Reuzenpapaver
Also known as: Slaapbol
English: Breadseed or Opium Poppy

Sowing method: April-June outdoors in finely raked soil. Rake in lightly and press down so that the seeds are not covered. At temperatures above 20°C, germination decreases. During warm weather, mix the seeds with moist potting soil and place in the refrigerator for 1 week. Sow with the soil, germination will follow quickly!

Sowing/planting time:

April
May
June

Harvesting time:

July
August
September

Soil type:

All soil types

Cultivation location:

Outdoors

Position:

Flower colour: Snow-white flowers with a blue-purple brushstroke in the centre
Origin: Mediterranean region
Average growth height: 60 to 90 cm
Annual or perennial: Annual
Attractive to insects: Various insects
Winter hardy: Not frost hardy
Ease of cultivation: Moderate