Meconopsis, Blue Poppy, Himalayan Poppy 'Mop-Head'

Meconopsis

Family
Papaveraceae (pa-pav-er-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Meconopsis (mee-koh-NOP-sis)
Synonym
Sun Exposure
Light Shade
Partial to Full Shade
Foliage
Herbaceous
Height
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)
Hardiness
Bloom Color
Dark Blue
Blue-Violet
Bloom Time
Late Spring/Early Summer
Other Details
Category
Alpines and Rock Gardens
Perennials
Water Requirements
Requires consistently moist soil; do not let dry out between waterings
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
Seed Collecting
Regional

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| June 2013 | neutral

Meconopsis must be sheltered from cold winds in a shady/semi shaded position.
Meconopsis enjoy a humus-rich, fertile soil that is ...Read More

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