You Garden Oriental Poppy Patty S Plum 2 X 9cm Pots

Oriental Poppy 'Patty's Plum' (2 x 9cm Pots) An iconic, cottage garden perennials, yet with origins far away, the classic large flowered poppy with its characteristic black centre is followed by statuesque seed heads that add longer season interest. One of the more unusual varieties, Patty's Plum is noted for it's blousy, pinkish purple ruffled blooms that look like antique silk and its coarse, bristly leaves that provide a great backdrop for other plants. A real low maintenance, easy plant to grow, these poppies make a bold statement when planted as a group or as individual specimens. A very tough, hardy and robust perennial, the Oriental Poppy dies back underground each winter, and emerges bigger and better for years to come. Plant with other flowering perennials such as Delphiniums, Asters, Khiphofia, Primulas, Vernonica, Lupins, Lobelia and Scabiosa to create a stunning summer display. Supplied as 2 x plants in 9cm pots, ready to plant straight out in your garden. Height 90cm x 60cm, flowering May - June. Note - plants are dormant during October to March so may show no leaves in the pot during these months. Care Information Best planted in a well-drained soil in full sun, Oriental Poppies can sprawl, so do appreciate a little support from other plants or stakes. Plant in a sheltered site to prevent wind damage to the blooms. Keep newly planted poppies well-watered until established. Give plants a dressing of fish blood and bone in the autumn. Mulch with well-rotted manure or compost in autumn and keep well-watered. Delivered As: Plant Max Height (in cm): 90 Max Spread (in cm): 60 Planting Period: Feb - Nov Planting Position: Full sun Potted: Y A classic, hardy perennial garden plant for a traditional cottage garden look Hardy oriental poppies flower for 5-6 weeks in summer each plant producing 2-3 flowers once established After flowering they retain their majestic seedpods, leave them on all winter for added interest. Looking like antique silk, each bloom is a ruffled bowl of pinkish purple each with the iconic black centre Supplied as 2 plants in 9cm pots, ready to plant out.