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*Papaver somniferum* 'Hungarian Blue'

Papaver somniferum 'Hungarian Blue'

Product number: 544810
Origin: Central and Southern Europe
Latin: Papaver somniferum

The rather large flowers of this variety are purple-lilac with a beautiful dark purple (almost black) spot in the centre. The sturdy, blue-grey-green foliage is typical for the species and the height of 75-90 cm also does not differ from other varieties. The seed pods of this beautiful cultivar are quite large!

Poppies are a gem 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...

Names:
Latin: Papaver somniferum
Dutch: Reuzen Papaver
Also: Papaver
English: Breadseed or Opium Poppy

Sowing method: Sowing: 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: Purplish-lilac with dark purple, almost black spots in the center
Origin: Central and Southern Europe
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