Himalayan Blue Poppy. A choice perennial with rosettes of light bluish green hairy leaves. Beautiful saucer-shaped white flowers in early summer. Max Height 1.2m. Max Spread 45cm. Flowers June to July. Partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Meconopsis betonicifolia var. alba
A choice perennial with rosettes of light bluish green hairy leaves. Beautiful saucer-shaped white flowers in early summer.
Additional information
| Generic | Meconopsis |
|---|---|
| Species | betonicifolia |
| Varietry | var. alba |
| Common Name | Himalayan Blue Poppy |
| Flower Colour | white |
| Soil | Lime-free |
| Aspect | Partial shade |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 1.2m |
| Family | Papaveraceae |
| Spread | 45cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Rosette-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | June, July |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist |
| Protection | Shelter from cold drying winds |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Provide a deep winter mulch |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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