Common Poppy 'Paddys Purple'

Papaver somniferum

How to grow Common Poppy 'Paddys Purple'

  • Partial Sun

  • Low

Try to plant in a location that enjoys partial sun and remember to apply water fairly sparingly.

Growing Paddys Purple from seed

Look to ensure a distance 5.85 inches (15.0 cm) between seeds when sowing - bury at a depth of at least 0.12 inches (0.3 cm) deep. Soil temperature should be kept higher than 15°C / 59°F to ensure good germination.

Transplanting Paddys Purple

Harvesting Paddys Purple