Papaver rhoeas
An heirloom from the 1880s, Shirley poppies have delicate, 2″–3″ silky blossoms on slender, nodding stems that sway even in the slightest breeze. A care-free annual, the plants self-sow making them ideal for naturalized areas. Plants grow up to 24″-36″ tall and wide and produce flowers that bloom n spring and summer. Prefers full sun exposure. Attracts pollinators and is deer resistant. Botanical Interests’® Shirley Single Blend Corn Poppy Seeds have been verified by The Non-GMO Project.
Outdoors: Sow 4-6 weeks before your average last frost date, or as soon as soil can be worked; or fall for bloom the following spring. In mild climates, only fall sowing is recommended.
Indoors: Not recommended, as this plant does not transplant well.
What is an heirloom seed?
An heirloom variety is one that has been passed down from generation to generation. Generally, the variety must have been around for at least 50 years. They are open-pollinated, which means they have been exposed to natural pollination methods like insects or winds. They aren’t hybrids or genetically modified.
