Lovely, deep red, 3" papery flowers bloom in spring and summer and are held above dark green, cut-leaf foliage. In summertime, after flowering has finished, poppies go dormant until fall when they send up a new round of foliage. Plant in full sun in a well-drained area with rich, well-worked soil.
Genus:
Papaver
Species:
orientalis
Cultivar:
Beauty of Livermere
Foliage Color:
Green
Flower Color:
Red
Flower Time:
Early to Mid season
Sun Exposure:
Sun
Soil Condition:
Rich in organic matter
Habit:
Upright
Mature Height:
30"
Mature Spread:
18-24"
Special Uses:
Deer resistant
Cut flowers
Rock garden
Attracts butterflies
