Papaver orientalis - Forncett Summer' (Papaver, Poppy) Type Herbaceous flower, Deciduous, Flowering Form Ground-Hugging Rounded Clump Size Medium Border Plant (50-180cm height) Colours Dark pink Flowers (Summer), Medium green Foliage Care Some Maintenance Required - Tough Plant Hardiness Frost hardy, Drought Tolerant Growth Medium Growing Plant Earmark this plant   Papaver orientalis cultivation notes: Perennial poppy prefers a sheltered position in full sun, flourishing on any well drained, fertile garden soil including relatively chalky soils. After flowering cut back foliage to encourage a new flush of attractive leaves for late summer. Divide in autumn / spring every 3 -5 years and mulch occasionally in winter to feed. Plant Strengths: Sun loving drought tolerant plant; All round tough plant suitable for problem areas; Tolerates full sun and sandy, drought-prone soils. Design & Plant Use for Papaver orientalis: Summer flowering herbaceous plant suitable for border planting If you've enjoyed the FindMePlants website, why don't you help make it better and buy the FMP boys a cuppa?

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