Poppy 'Patty's Plum' | Papaver orientale
Moody plum-purple ruffled blooms
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Poppy 'Patty's Plum'
Papaver orientale
- Bring an air of sophisticated, moody romance to your borders with the highly sought-after, dusky plum-purple blooms of this iconic perennial.
- The massive, ruffled flowers of Papaver orientale 'Pattys Plum' look absolutely spectacular when planted alongside contrasting silver or lime-green foliage.
- This poppy is famously easy to grow, demanding very little attention while delivering one of the most dramatic floral displays imaginable.
- Its deeply cut, hairy green foliage emerges early in the spring, providing excellent texture before the magnificent flower stems begin to rise.
- As a brilliant bonus, the bold, architectural seed heads look incredible when left to dry, adding a highly structural element to your late-summer garden.
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, Poppy 'Patty's Plum' can be grown in a pot, but needs a deep 40cm container for its taproot.
How big does it get?
Poppy 'Patty's Plum' typically reaches a mature height of 80 cm and a spread of 60 cm.
How much sunlight does this need?
Poppy 'Patty's Plum' requires full sun for at least 6 hours a day.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Poppy 'Patty's Plum' prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil.
How much watering does this plant need?
Poppy 'Patty's Plum' needs about 2.5 centimetres of water per week, keeping the soil evenly moist.
Will this plant need pruning?
Poppy 'Patty's Plum' | Papaver orientale does not strictly need pruning, but regular deadheading will encourage more flowering. Cut the plant back to the base in late autumn or early spring.
How hardy is this plant?
Poppy 'Patty's Plum' is fully hardy (H5), tolerating temperatures down to -15°C. It is generally robust across the UK, though it may benefit from winter protection in the coldest regions.
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