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    PAPAVER orientale 'Patty's Plum'
    PAPAVER orientale 'Patty's Plum'
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    PAPAVER orientale 'Patty's Plum'

    Commonly known as Oriental poppy

    Large plum coloured flowers
    plant size comparison icon
    1.5 to 2 Litre   - Click to view photo
    Delivery Information
    Estimated availability autumn 2026 Any time SEPT-DEC
    individually £14.00 each , 3+ £12.00 each 
    Estimated availability autumn 2026 Any time SEPT-DEC - Not yet confirmed. Could be any time between September and December.
     
    Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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    • Good to know
      Wildlife plant - attractive to insects.
    • Pests & Diseases
      Aphids, fungal wilt, downy mildew.
    • Place of origin
      Garden origin, Somerset, UK.
    • Deciduous
      Variously lobed and toothed, mid-green leaves, 30-38cm (12-15in) long
    • Purple
      Shades of purple/mauve/lilac/violet
      Plum coloured
    • Red
    • Cup-shaped
      10-16cm (4-6¼in) across
    • Single
      Row of petals round conspicuous stamens - no more than 8 petals
    • Border
      Suitable for a mixed or herbaceous border
    • Cottage garden
    • Fully hardy
    • Height
      70-90cm (28-36in)
    • Spread
      60cm (24in) or more.
    • Herbaceous
      Clump-forming perennial.
    • Very hardy
      Hardy in the severest continental climates including exposed upland locations in the UK. Plant can withstand temperatures < -20 (-4°F)
    • Summer Seasonal Interest
    • Fertile well drained soil
    • Full sun
    • Bee friendly
    • Mature Size
      70-90cm (28-36in)
      		 Herbaceous - guide for size not form Watering Can
        60cm (24in) or more.
      		  
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