Poppy 'Mother of Pearl' Seeds
Papaver rhoeas 'Mother of Pearl'.
Mother of Pearl poppy pastel petals
A field poppy by nature that blooms, with pastel pink and purple papery petals. Mother of Pearl Poppy seeds are best sown in drifts, bobbing along in the summer breeze.
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- Poppy 'Mother of Pearl' are pretty fuss-free and ok with a bit of a drought
- From seed to flower in the same year
- Attracts bees, butterflies and other beneficial insects
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About Poppy Mother of Pearl
The common poppy (Papaver rhoeas) is an annual wildflower characterised by striking papery blooms. The seeds of the common poppy can lie dormant for up to 80 years, germinating once the soil is disturbed. The blooms of the common poppy typically last from late spring to early summer. These poppies require almost no maintenance when they are planted in their hardiness zones, and they are great for naturalising. They also work well in garden beds, cottage gardens, borders, and pollinator gardens.
In The Records
The poppy is a symbol that has meant peace, death and sleep. When used on tombstones, poppies represent eternal sleep. In The Wizard of Oz, it's referenced when a mystical poppy field could make Dorothy and her friends sleep forever.
| Features | Pollinator friendly, perfect for pots, great cut flowers and likes direct sunlight. |
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| Locations | Terraces, containers and garden beds |
| Effort Level | Looks after itself |
| Botanical Name | Papaver Rhoeas ‘Mother of Pearl’ |
| Other Names | Poppy Mother of Pearl Strain, Papaver rhoeas 'Mother of Pearl', Corn Poppy Mother of Pearl Strain. |
| Plant Type | Annual |
| Pot Size | 25 cm |
| Pet/Baby Safe | Known to be toxic |
| Number of Seeds | 500 |
| Sowing Tips | Sow directly on top of compact, moist soil and keep in a warm spot. The seeds need light to germinate and grow. |
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