Poppy seeds - Oriental poppy, common poppy, Shirley poppy & prickly poppy
Poppies are garden plants with particularly delicate, translucent flowers that give beds and naturalistic plantings a light, almost floating effect. In this category you will find poppy seeds of various annual and perennial species, including common poppy, Shirley poppy, prickly poppy and the perennial Oriental poppy.
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The term poppies covers very different plants that differ clearly in flower shape, growth and lifespan. Alongside annual poppies such as the well-known common poppy Papaver rhoeas, there are also perennial species such as Oriental poppy Papaver orientale, which can establish itself permanently in the garden as a vigorous perennial.
Common poppy is a classic field and meadow plant and is often used in naturalistic gardens, flowering areas and seed mixtures. Shirley poppy looks especially light and delicate with its fine, often pastel-coloured flowers. Prickly poppy stands out with stronger plant structures and striking leaves. Oriental poppy, by contrast, creates bold accents in the perennial bed with its large flowers and stately growth.
Poppy seeds therefore open up very different possibilities for garden design: from loose summer flower plantings that develop anew again and again to permanent perennial beds. Many species prefer sunny locations and well-drained soils and combine beautifully with other wildflowers and perennials.
