Dee's Gardens
Common Name
Oriental Poppy
Botanical Name
Papaver Orientale 'Royal Wedding'
Zones
3,4,5,6,7
Light Requirements
Full Sun, Light Shade
Water Needs
Average
Soil
Rich well drained
Height
30"
Spread
18-24"
Critter Resistance
Deer, Rabbit
Other
Best if grown in full sun and rich soil.  
Papaver goes dormant after blooming so
plant with other perennials nearby.
Blooms late spring and early summer
Plant Size
Grade #1  
 
 
   
Papaver o. 'Royal Wedding' papery, white
crepe-like petals and large velvety black
center with dark purple stamens.  These
flowers measure 4-6" across and make quite
an impact.