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Horned Poppy 'Burnt Orange'
Horned Poppy 'Burnt Orange'
Horned Poppy 'Burnt Orange'
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Horned Poppy 'Burnt Orange'

Glaucium flavum var. aurantiacum
The fiery chalice flowers of horned poppy stand out vividly against its silvery grey foliage. But, however brilliant the flowers, the leaves are the star of this show, with uniquely crenulated or toothed foliage. A Mediterranean biennial member of the poppy family that blooms in summer, it does best in sharply drained to gritty soils and is superb in cool dry climates.
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Approximate Seeds Per Packet
34
Lifecycle
Perennial
Perennial Hardiness Zone
6,
7,
8,
9
Mature Size
1.5' h x 1.5' w
Sun
Full sun
Soil
Regular, well-drained
Season
Spring to summer
Color
Sienna orange
Features
Heat or Drought Tolerant
Attracts Bees
SOWING INSTRUCTIONS
Depth:
Surface sow
Sprout Time:
10-30 days after chill; can be erratic
Starting Indoors:
Stratify for 3 weeks at 35-40°F in late winter. To stratify, place seeds in dampened vermiculite or clean sand, enclose in a plastic bag and refrigerate. Eight to 10 weeks before last frost, remove pre-chilled seeds from refrigerator and sow. Cover with humidity dome and keep at 60-70°F. Transplant seedlings as they appear; anywhere from 2-8 weeks—be patient.
Starting Outdoors:
Direct sow in fall or earliest spring, or winter sow into pots in the shade, covered with a thin layer of clean sand and a wire screen to keep out mice and voles. Check for moisture at regular intervals.
WHEN TO SET OUTSIDE
After last frost.
PLACEMENT & CULTIVATION
Horned poppy has large, deeply cut, thickly felted leaves that add a dramatic form to rock gardens and gravelly dry borders, A biennial to short-lived perennial, site where drainage is perfect, particularly during the winter months. Deadhead to prolong bloom, and allow a few of the sizeable horned seed capsules to drop seed to help renew plantings.
Final Spacing:
1-1.5'
Water Requirements:
Low Water Use
Watering Details:
Water regularly while establishing, then only during especially dry, hot spells. Do not allow to remain wet, especially during winter months.
Soil pH:
Not particular about pH
Fertilizer:
If soil is especially poor, mix in an inch or two of compost prior to planting.
Diseases & Pests:
Excess soil moisture can cause rot; ensure the area is well-drained.
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