PAPAVER orientale 'Allegro'

Commonly known as Oriental poppy

Bright orange-scarlet flowers with bold black basel marking
  • Deciduous
    Variously lobed and toothed, mid-green leaves 30-38cm (12-15in) long
  • Orange
    To 16cm (6¼in) across
  • Height
    70cm (28in)
  • Spread
    60cm (24in)
  • Herbaceous
    Early in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.
    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)
  • Full sun

PAPAVER orientale 'Allegro'

 

 

  • Additional Features
    Good to know
    Wildlife plant - attractive to insects
    Pests & Diseases
    Aphids, fungal wilt, downy mildew
    Place of origin
    Garden origin
  • Flower Shape
    Single
    Row of petals round conspicuous stamens - no more than 8 petals
  • Garden Location/Conditions
    Border
    Suitable for a mixed or herbaceous border
    Cottage garden
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • Seasonal Interest
    Summer
  • Soil Conditions
    Fertile well drained soil
  • Wildlife
    Bee friendly
70cm (28in)
Herbaceous - guide for size not form Watering Can
  60cm (24in)
 

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