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Poppies - page 2
flower of water poppy
Water poppy floating plants are perennial aquatic ornamentals hardy to USDA zones 9-11. Native to Central and South America, the plant produces a mult...
water poppy roots
Do poppies have deep roots?How do you grow poppies in water?Is Water Poppy a floating plant?Do poppies like wet soil?Should you dead head poppies?Do p...
what size container for poppies
Use 5 Gallon Pots for each Plant. Put large, round Rocks at the bottom of the Pot to assist with Drainage. Then, put a layer of Smaller Rocks on top o...
when to plant poppies
Sow poppy seeds directly into your garden in spring or autumn. If you're planting early in the year, usually between March and May is best, but you'll...
how long do poppies bloom
A poppy flower will last for about 10 days but plants will have a second flush of flowers if they're cut back. It's a good idea to prevent oriental po...
iceland poppies in pots
Plant Iceland poppies in containers in the early spring or fall. Choose a container with drainage holes in the bottom. Fill the bottom one third of th...
growing poppies in pots indoors
Caring for Poppies Indoors They should receive full to sun to partial shade, but not be exposed to sweltering heat. Their soil should be slightly acid...
how to grow poppies from seed indoors
If you have to start them indoors, use peat or coir pots, and maintain a soil temperature of 12°C (55°F). Seeds will sprout in 20-30 days. Sow on the ...
oriental poppy varieties
10 oriental poppies to growPapaver orientale 'Maiden's Blush'Papaver orientale 'Beauty of Livermere' (Goliath Group)Papaver orientale 'Patty's Plum'Pa...
