Poppy, Corn, “Mother of Pearl” Seeds

Papaver rhoeas

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Organic.

As precious as a pearl! ‘Mother of Pearl’ poppies practically glow in stunning shades of pink, white, and purple, with showy crepe paper-like petals and contrasting dark centers. This blend is stunning when planted in mass along borders or in garden beds. Incredibly low-maintenance and drought tolerant, this vigorous, easy-to-grow poppy will bring long-lasting color to the garden and attract pollinators all summer long! Harvest seed pods to add to dried floral bouquets. Deer resistant.

Packet contains ~960 seeds.

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When to Sow Outside: RECOMMENDED. 4 to 6 weeks before your average last frost date, or as soon as soil can be worked; or fall for bloom the following spring. Mild Climates: Only fall sowing recommended.

When to Start Inside: Not recommended; does not transplant well.

Days to Emerge: 10–15 days

Seed Depth: Press into surface

Seed Spacing: A group of 3 seeds every 6"-8"

Thinning: When 1"–2" tall, thin to 1 every 6"–8"

Special Care: Corn poppies often reseed. Deadhead (remove spent blooms) if reseeding is not desired.