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Papaverrhoeas

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Family
Papaveraceae (pa-pav-er-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Papaver (puh-PAY-ver)
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Species
rhoeas (ROH-ee-as)
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Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage
Herbaceous
Smooth
Height
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Spacing
9-12 in. (22-30 cm)
12-15 in. (30-38 cm)
Hardiness

Unknown - Tell us

Danger

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Bloom Color
Pink
Red
White/Near White
Bloom Time
Mid Spring
Late Spring/Early Summer
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Category
Annuals
Biennials
Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color
Blue-Green
Where to Grow
Can be grown as an annual
Bloom Characteristics
Flowers are good for cutting
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Bloom Size

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Other details

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Soil pH requirements
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)
Patent Information

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Propagation Methods
From seed; winter sow in vented containers, coldframe or unheated greenhouse
Direct sow as soon as the ground can be worked
Seed Collecting
Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds
Regional
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