Oriental Poppy. A spreading perennial with bristly, green leaves and single white flowers with a bold, crimson-black basal blotch on each petal. Max Height 45cm to 70cm. Max Spread 60cm to 90cm. Flowers June to August. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Papaver orientale ‘Black and White’
A spreading perennial with bristly, green leaves and single white flowers with a bold, crimson-black basal blotch on each petal.
Additional information
| Generic | Papaver |
|---|---|
| Species | orientale |
| Varietry | 'Black and White' |
| Common Name | Oriental Poppy |
| Flower Colour | white, crimson |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 45cm, 70cm |
| Family | Papaveraceae |
| Spread | 60cm, 90cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Spreading |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | June, August |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
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