Propagation: I always fail with oriental poppies!, 0 by

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Here in Dallas, OR it seems fairly easy to grow Oriental Poppies from seed. I usually start them about now in pots (the taller 2"). I put them on a bench of the North side of my garden shed. When they come up I thin them to two per pot and keep them there until Spring. I plant them in the ground in the Spring or give them away. I have not had any trouble with the transition. I don't think it would work if they are in shallower pots. This probably works for me because of our cool nights (50 & 60's). I have to make sure I keep them moist also. They seem to make it through the winter in good shape. Must plant out as soon as our weather moderates (about April).