Product Name : Poppy - PAEONIFLORUM - Antique Shades Mix Quantity : Available in packs of 100, 500, or 1000 seeds Mature Height : 24-36 inches (60-90 cm) Light Requirements : Full sun Soil Requirements : Well-drained, fertile soil Uses : Ornamental flower beds, borders, cottage gardens, and cut flower arrangements
Product Details
Germinate Rate : High Seeds Freshness : New, ensuring optimal germination Origin : Sustainably sourced Shelf Life : Best planted within 1 year for maximum germination
Planting Instructions
Seed Preparation
Stratification (optional): Place seeds in a damp paper towel, seal in a plastic bag, and refrigerate for 2-3 weeks before planting to enhance germination rates.
Sowing
Timing: Sow seeds directly outdoors in early spring or late fall. Depth: Scatter seeds on the soil surface and press them lightly into the soil. Do not cover, as poppy seeds need light to germinate. Spacing: Thinly spaced to allow room for growth; about 6-12 inches (15-30 cm) apart.
Germination
Conditions: Maintain soil moisture until seedlings emerge. Temperature: Ideal soil temperature for germination is 50-65°F (10-18°C). Time: Germination typically occurs within 14-28 days.
Transplanting
Not recommended: Poppies do not transplant well due to their long taproots. Sow seeds directly where you want them to grow.
Care and Maintenance
Watering: Keep soil moderately moist but not waterlogged. Once established, poppies are drought-tolerant. Weeding: Keep the area free of weeds to reduce competition for nutrients and water. Deadheading: Remove spent flowers to encourage more blooms and prolong the flowering period. End of Season: Allow some flowers to go to seed if you want self-seeding for the next season. Cut back foliage after the plants have died back.
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