Papaver somniferum 'Hen and Chickens'
- Product number: 544800
- Origin: Mediterranean region
- Latin: Papaver somniferum
Charming seed pods! From the large crimson (single) poppy flower, large seed pods emerge, surrounded by a ring of smaller ones. Hence the name "hen and chickens". The seed pods can be harvested green and used in a fresh bouquet, after which they can be dried.
Poppies are a jewel in the garden. They are also fantastic as cut flowers; cut them in bud when the colour is just visible. You will see them fully unfold…
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Latin: Papaver somniferum
Dutch: Reuzen Papaver
Also: Hen and Chickens
English: Breadseed or Opium Poppy
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- Flower colour: Carmine red single flowers
- Origin: Mediterranean region
- Average growth height: 60 to 90 cm
- Annual or perennial: Annual
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- Winter hardy: Not frost hardy
- Ease of cultivation: Moderate
- Latin: Papaver somniferum
- Dutch: Oriental Poppy
- Also known as: Hen and Chickens
- English: Breadseed or Opium Poppy
