Poppy Black Peony
The most beautiful poppy you can grow!
Stunning, large ruffled flowers in a deep, rich burgundy (almost black) with silvery foliage. Â And then after the flowers comes the large, fat seed heads….perfect for drying and using as decorations. Â Lovely planted in drifts
Seed Quantity: 500 Seeds
Type:Â Hardy Annual
Genus: Papaver
Sow Seeds:Â Best sown directly in autumn (Sept) or spring (March-May). Â Prepare soil by digging over and raking to a fine tilth, removing any large stones etc. Â Scatter seeds thinly into moist soil. Â Always water with a rose to stop flushing seeds away
Plant Out:Â Direct sow as dislikes root disturbance, likes well drained soil and full sun. Â Pick or deadhead to encourage more growth
Flowers: June-August
Height & Spread: 90cm tall  30cm spreadÂ
RHS Plants for Pollinators.
The RHS Plants for Pollinators mark is only given to plants that support pollinating insects.
Find out more at rhs.org.uk/plantsforpollinators
