Poppy - Shirley Single Petal
The Shirley Poppy was developed as a subspecies from the Red Poppy. It comes in shades of pink, red and white. As well as in double or single petal arrangements. This flower can be spring or fall planted in the United States. It prefers to be planted in an area with full sun. The Poppy will not abide root agitation, so it can only be transplanted if it is done when it is very small. This flower should be planted directly outdoors, in the ground. The seeds for the Poppy are very small, and only need to be planted as deep as they are wide. Often success can be found by scattering the seeds on top of loose garden soil and watering them in.
- Common Name: Poppy - Shirley Single Petal
- Latin Name: Papaver rhoeas
- Type: Flower
- Color: red,pink,white
- Cycle: Annual
- Origin: Introduced
- Height: 12-30"
- Planting Season: Spring and Fall
- Bloom Season: Spring-Summer
- Germination: 10-30 Days
- Seeds Per Pound: 3,200,000
- Seeding Rate: 2
*Planting and Bloom Season. Please remember that Planting and Bloom seasons will differ for each variety depending on the location and climate conditions where they are being planted. Please refer to the USDA Plant Hardiness Map provided in our FAQ section for specifics on how to determine the best time of year to plant for your specific situation. The information provided below is based on experienced agricultural practices throughout the Willamette Valley of Oregon and is applicable to Zones 7-10 only.