Papaver Orientale ‘Flamenco’

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Just like dancers, the blooms of Papaver orientale ‘Flamenco’ display a swirl of colors, the ruffled white petals with red-orange picotee edges surrounding deep purple-black seedpods and stamens. The upward-facing blossoms have a broad variation in the saturation of orange color and are borne upon sturdy stems above clumps of long-lasting, deep green foliage.

When you want to introduce excitement into the June border, consider Oriental Poppies, for their ruffled and shimmering petals pack more pigment than you can imagine. Plant Poppies in groups in a sunny, well-drained position and match them with summer bloomers or annuals that spread out and will conceal their early dormancy. Poppies also make stunning cut flowers if you sear the ends of freshly cut stems with a match.

Our plants are shipped early for fall planting, to allow them time to settle in and make a good start in your garden. Winter Protection for Zones 3–6: In the fall, leave new foliage on your plants and mulch with a loose material, such as evergreen boughs or pine needles, after the soil has frozen to a depth of 1″.

For more information on growing Oriental Poppies, click Growing Guide.