September 17th, 2011: Himalayan Blue Poppy (Meconopsis betonicifolia) by kniphof

Calif_Sue Northern California, United States(Zone 9a) Sep 17, 2011

The Bloom of the Day for September 17th, 2011 was Himalayan Blue Poppy (Meconopsis betonicifolia).

View the bloom of the day here: http://davesgarden.com/guides/pf/botd.php?date=2011-09-17

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Sep 17, 2011

Absolutely Stunning, Sue!

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pixie62560 South China, ME(Zone 5a) Sep 17, 2011

Agree! Just beautiful!!

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onewish1 Denville, NJ(Zone 6b) Sep 17, 2011

very pretty!!!

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Sashagirl Sep 17, 2011

Breathtaking!

What a perfect shot!

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WaterCan2 Eastern Long Island, NY(Zone 7a) Sep 17, 2011

Great detail and color!

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bonehead Cedarhome, WA(Zone 8b) Sep 17, 2011

Makes me want to try this plant again - such a beautiful clear true blue.

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locakelly Phoenix, AZ(Zone 9a) Sep 17, 2011

Absolutely PERFECT shot - love it!!

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kniphofia Cramlington, United Kingdom(Zone 8a) Sep 17, 2011

Thanks everyone, I photographed this lovely plant at Bide A Wee cottage garden in Northumberland where they make quite a stunning addition to the late Spring borders.