Poppy Seeds - Alpine Poppy Flower Seed

Poppy Seeds - Alpine

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10000 Seeds
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SEASON

Perennial

USDA ZONES

5 - 10

HEIGHT

8 - 10 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Late spring to late summer

BLOOM COLOR

Mix

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Loam to sandy loam, pH 5.1 - 6.5

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

3 - 9

HEIGHT

24 - 36 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Mid summer to early fall

BLOOM COLOR

Mix

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun to partial shade

SOIL TYPE

Well drained soil, pH 6.1 - 7.5

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

SEASON

Perennial

USDA ZONES

3 - 8

HEIGHT

12 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Mid spring to early summer

BLOOM COLOR

Orange

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Loose, well-drained, pH 6.1 - 7.3

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

3 - 10

HEIGHT

10 - 12 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Mid spring to late summer

BLOOM COLOR

Mix

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Prefers gritty, fast-draining conditions, pH 6.6 - 7.5

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

3 - 10

HEIGHT

12 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Mid spring to late summer

BLOOM COLOR

Pink

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Prefers gritty, fast-draining conditions, pH 6.6 - 7.5

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

3 - 10

HEIGHT

10 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Mid spring to late summer

BLOOM COLOR

Yellow

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Prefers gritty, fast-draining conditions, pH 6.6 - 7.5

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

3 - 10

HEIGHT

10 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Mid spring to late summer

BLOOM COLOR

White

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Prefers gritty, fast-draining conditions, pH 6.6 - 7.5

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

3 - 10

HEIGHT

10 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Mid spring to late summer

BLOOM COLOR

Red

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Prefers gritty, fast-draining conditions, pH 6.6 - 7.5

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

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Alpine Poppy (Papaver Alpinum) - Start Alpine Poppy seeds for this short-growing perennial Poppy plant. This colorful mix of Poppy flowers range from orange, yellow, cream and scarlet. The blooms are 1 - 2 inches across. The Papaver Alpinum Poppy is well-suited to high elevations, and it originally came from the Alps.

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Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

68F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

7 - 14 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

Yes

DEPTH

Do not cover seed

SOWING RATE

5 - 6 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

6 - 9 inches

Outsidepride Alpine Poppy seeds (Papaver alpinum) produce compact, perennial flowers that thrive in USDA Zones 5–10. Ideal for rock gardens, borders, and containers, these vibrant plants grow to a height of 8-10 inches and feature cup-shaped blooms in white, yellow, orange, and red. Preferring full sun and well-drained soil, they are perfect for planting outdoors in the spring or fall, adding charm to any landscape. These delicate flowers are easy to grow, adapting well to cooler climates and offering a stunning seasonal display. Available in multiple packaging sizes, including options for 5,000 and 10,000 seeds, Alpine Poppy seeds are a versatile choice for gardeners looking to enhance their outdoor spaces with vibrant color and manageable growth.
Alpine Poppy plants are supported by sturdy taproots that provide excellent stability, even in rocky or uneven soils. These deep roots help plants access nutrients and moisture efficiently, making them well-suited to challenging environments. This stability ensures robust growth and resilience, enabling their vibrant blooms to thrive in diverse garden settings.
Add timeless charm to your outdoor space with Alpine Poppy (Papaver alpinum) seeds, celebrated for their vibrant colors and easy care. These perennial blooms bring a touch of alpine beauty to gardens, thriving even at high elevations. Their compact size and resilient nature offer lasting beauty, perfect for borders, rock gardens, and containers.
Alpine Poppy seeds for planting thrive in diverse settings when planted with care. Begin by loosening the topsoil for proper drainage and sow 5–6 seeds per plant in prepared beds. Keep the soil moist during germination and space plants 6–9 inches apart for healthy growth. With minimal effort, these vibrant perennials bring charm to your garden.

Alpine Poppy (Papaver Alpinum) - Start Alpine Poppy seeds for this short-growing perennial Poppy plant. This colorful mix of Poppy flowers range from orange, yellow, cream and scarlet. The blooms are 1 - 2 inches across. The Papaver Alpinum Poppy is well-suited to high elevations, and it originally came from the Alps. Alpine Poppy plants have strong taproots and make a good rockery plant. Alpine Poppies do best in average garden soils that drain well. How To Grow Poppies from Flower Seeds: Directly sow Alpine Poppy seeds into prepared seed beds. Clear the bed of weeds and loosen the top several inches of soil. Press the flower seeds into the soil and keep moist. Poppy seeds can be started in the early spring and do best in cool temperatures.

Common Questions

Q

Are alpine poppy easy to grow?

A

Yes, these are easy to grow and virtually carefree.

Q

What are common landscape styles to use alpine poppies?

A

These flowers make a lovely addition to rock gardens, gravel gardens, cottage gardens and the front of borders.

Q

How long to these poppies take to bloom?

A

Alpine poppies if planted in the fall or early spring will bloom their first season.

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Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

60F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

7 - 14 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

No

DEPTH

1/16 - 1/8 inch deep

SOWING RATE

5 - 6 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

12 - 18 inches

Poppy Pepperbox (Papaver Somniferum Pepperbox) - Bring some romance and charm to your garden and grow Pepperbox Poppy seeds. The image above from Seasonal Wisdom shows the beauty of this heirloom poppy. This variety blooms in shade of pinks, purples, and lilacs, and some of the petals are fringed and others smooth to provide a beautiful display. Once the flowers are spent, these Poppies are known for their nutty flavored seeds that can be left to ripen and used in baking. Leave the pods to ripen and collect them at the end of the season for kitchen use. Growing Poppies from seed is so rewarding. Create a beautiful display with these flower seeds.

Common Questions

Q

What are these flowers used for in the landscape?

A

These are beautiful in beds and borders, gravel gardens, cottage gardens, prairies and meadows.

Q

Are any pollinators attracted to this flower?

A

Yes, bees and butterflies both are attracted to this poppy flower.

Q

Do I need to deadhead my flowers?

A

To keep from self-seeding you will want to deadhead the flowers.

Q

Is this poppy toxic?

A

Yes, this flower is toxic to humans, cats and dogs. Deer will stay away.

Q

Do I need to take care when handling these plants?

A

Yes, you should wear gloves and other protective gear when handling these plants.

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Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

60 - 65F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

14 - 21 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

Yes

DEPTH

Surface sow seeds just barely covering

SOWING RATE

3 - 4 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

8 - 10 inches

Poppy (Papaver rupifragum Double Tangerine Gem) - This perennial flower is a native of Morocco and brings saturated tangerine tones to the most rocky and arid landscapes. Fully double orange blooms of overlapping rings of paper-thin silky petals with Ferny, silver-blue foliage only growing 12 inches tall. Sunlight makes the translucent petals of Papaver Double Tangerine positively glow with color. The fascinating attractive seedpods will add a nice touch to dried arrangements. This cute little robust plant looks best in a rock garden or edging a hot, sunny border.

This pollinator-attracting blooms in the first year and reseeds readily. In 1890, Sir William Jackson Hooker described finding P. rupifragum growing in dry, rocky places of southern Morocco at an elevation of 6,000 - 7,000 feet. Indeed, this drought-tolerant plant is perfect for meadows, xeriscaping, rocky gardens, and sunny, dry locations!

Common Questions

Q

Are Papaver rupifragum easy to grow?

A

Yes, these plants are easy to grow in your garden or container.

Q

Can I grow Papaver rupifragum in container?

A

Yes, these do well in containers.

Q

What are some good ways to use these flowers around my garden?

A

Beds and borders, cottage gardens, rock gardens or containers are all great ways to use Papaver rupifragum.

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Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

60 - 70F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

14 - 21 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

Yes

DEPTH

1/4 inch

SOWING RATE

3 - 4 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

10 inches

California Poppy (Eschscholzia Californica Swirl Mix) - A bright formula mix of all the 'Swirl' colors including: Cherry, Copper , Cream, & Gold. The attractive double flowers are produced above feathery blue/green foliage. As an added bonus, they are also drought tolerant and thrive in almost any soil type reaching 10 - 12 inches in height.

These dainty hardy annuals are tougher than they appear and positively thrive on poor, dry soils. California poppies are easy to grow in beds and borders, or let them self seed throughout gravel gardens to form natural drifts.  A plant that enjoys a sunny site with poor, well-drained soil. Honey bees, bumblebees & sweat bees all seek its nectar while some local butterflies will also seek out this nutrition. This poppy is ideal for adding color to any sunny location, it can establish in a problem area & it seems to happily harmonize with annuals & perennials alike. Ideal for a container too! Plant in any fast-draining soil in full sun and as with most poppies it is considererd deer resistant.

Common Questions

Q

Do I need to deadhead California poppy?

A

This is optional; however, it will extend your bloom season. Leaving on some spent flowers if you want to reseed for your next growing season.

Q

Are these flowers fragrant?

A

They are not known for their scent, but they are valued highly for their cheerful blooms.

Q

Can I grow in containers?

A

Yes, you can. Make sure to choose a container large enough for mature plants as California poppies do not like to be transplanted. Containers will need good drainage, and you will also need to water more frequently.

Q

Are poppies deer resistant?

A

Yes, they do tend to be deer resistant.

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Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

60 - 70F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

14 - 21 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

Yes

DEPTH

1/4 inch

SOWING RATE

3 - 4 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

10 inches

California Poppy (Eschscholzia Californica Rose Chiffon) - These amazing, easy to grow hardy annuals are certain to create a huge impact in your summer displays. Beautiful, semi-double, pink flowers each with delightfully frilled outer petals and a creamy golden eye are certain to be show stoppers in any bed or border. As an added bonus, they are also drought tolerant and thrive in almost any soil type.

These dainty hardy annuals are tougher than they appear and positively thrive on poor, dry soils. California poppies are easy to grow in beds and borders, or let them self seed throughout gravel gardens to form natural drifts.  A plant that enjoys a sunny site with poor, well-drained soil. Honey bees, bumblebees & sweat bees all seek its nectar while some local butterflies will also seek out this nutrition. This poppy is ideal for adding color to any sunny location, it can establish in a problem area & it seems to happily harmonize with annuals & perennials alike. Ideal for a container too! Plant in any fast-draining soil in full sun and as with most poppies it is considererd deer resistant.

Common Questions

Q

Do I need to deadhead California poppy?

A

This is optional; however, it will extend your bloom season. Leaving on some spent flowers if you want to reseed for your next growing season.

Q

Are these flowers fragrant?

A

They are not known for their scent, but they are valued highly for their cheerful blooms.

Q

Can I grow in containers?

A

Yes, you can. Make sure to choose a container large enough for mature plants as California poppies do not like to be transplanted. Containers will need good drainage, and you will also need to water more frequently.

Q

Are poppies deer resistant?

A

Yes, they do tend to be deer resistant.

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Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

60 - 70F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

14 - 21 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

Yes

DEPTH

1/4 inch

SOWING RATE

3 - 4 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

10 inches

California Poppy (Eschscholzia Californica Gold Swirl) - Gold Swirl provides a long bloom season of golden yellow flowers. Easy to sow, easy to grow, drought tolerant, and deer resistant. Features Ruffled, double and semi-double, 2 - 3 inch flowers on compact, 10 inch tall plants. A new addition from the marvellous Thompson and Morgan breeding program, 'Gold Swirl' has rich yellow flowers for months on end. 

These dainty hardy annuals are tougher than they appear and positively thrive on poor, dry soils. California poppies are easy to grow in beds and borders, or let them self seed throughout gravel gardens to form natural drifts.  A plant that enjoys a sunny site with poor, well-drained soil. Honey bees, bumblebees & sweat bees all seek its nectar while some local butterflies will also seek out this nutrition. This poppy is ideal for adding color to any sunny location, it can establish in a problem area & it seems to happily harmonize with annuals & perennials alike. Ideal for a container too! Plant in any fast-draining soil in full sun and as with most poppies it is considererd deer resistant.

Common Questions

Q

Do I need to deadhead California poppy?

A

This is optional; however, it will extend your bloom season. Leaving on some spent flowers if you want to reseed for your next growing season.

Q

Are these flowers fragrant?

A

They are not known for their scent, but they are valued highly for their cheerful blooms.

Q

Can I grow in containers?

A

Yes, you can. Make sure to choose a container large enough for mature plants as California poppies do not like to be transplanted. Containers will need good drainage, and you will also need to water more frequently.

Q

Are poppies deer resistant?

A

Yes, they do tend to be deer resistant.

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Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

60 - 70F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

14 - 21 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

Yes

DEPTH

1/4 inch

SOWING RATE

3 - 4 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

10 inches

California Poppy (Eschscholzia Californica Cream Swirl) - An excellent selection of double cream flowers, brightening up borders.  California poppies are very romantic and silk like flowers. Cream swirl gives soft buttercream-yellow ruffled petals. Due to the shorter stems, California poppies are fantastic plants for the front of the border. The romantic feel and soft color make this variety great as wedding flowers. Fleuroselect Novelty Award Winner.

These dainty hardy annuals are tougher than they appear and positively thrive on poor, dry soils. California poppies are easy to grow in beds and borders, or let them self seed throughout gravel gardens to form natural drifts.  A plant that enjoys a sunny site with poor, well-drained soil. Honey bees, bumblebees & sweat bees all seek its nectar while some local butterflies will also seek out this nutrition. This poppy is ideal for adding color to any sunny location, it can establish in a problem area & it seems to happily harmonize with annuals & perennials alike. Ideal for a container too! Plant in any fast-draining soil in full sun and as with most poppies it is considererd deer resistant.

Common Questions

Q

Do I need to deadhead California poppy?

A

This is optional; however, it will extend your bloom season. Leaving on some spent flowers if you want to reseed for your next growing season.

Q

Are these flowers fragrant?

A

They are not known for their scent, but they are valued highly for their cheerful blooms.

Q

Can I grow in containers?

A

Yes, you can. Make sure to choose a container large enough for mature plants as California poppies do not like to be transplanted. Containers will need good drainage, and you will also need to water more frequently.

Q

Are poppies deer resistant?

A

Yes, they do tend to be deer resistant.

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Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

60 - 70F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

14 - 21 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

Yes

DEPTH

1/4 inch

SOWING RATE

3 - 4 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

10 inches

California Poppy (Eschscholzia Californica Copper Swirl) - California Poppy 'Copper Swirl' are so easy to grow from seed, simply sow directly into borders for a dazzling display of fruity colors on these delightful double and semi-double crinkled flowers growing approximately 10 inches tall. Thompson & Morgan are proud to have bred this fresh range of Californian Poppies which are drought tolerant and require no special treatment! Ideal for beds, borders, rockeries or dry sunny banks.

These dainty hardy annuals are tougher than they appear and positively thrive on poor, dry soils. California poppies are easy to grow in beds and borders, or let them self seed throughout gravel gardens to form natural drifts.  A plant that enjoys a sunny site with poor, well-drained soil. Honey bees, bumblebees & sweat bees all seek its nectar while some local butterflies will also seek out this nutrition. This poppy is ideal for adding color to any sunny location, it can establish in a problem area & it seems to happily harmonize with annuals & perennials alike. Ideal for a container too! Plant in any fast-draining soil in full sun and as with most poppies it is considererd deer resistant.

Common Questions

Q

Do I need to deadhead California poppy?

A

This is optional; however, it will extend your bloom season. Leaving on some spent flowers if you want to reseed for your next growing season.

Q

Are these flowers fragrant?

A

They are not known for their scent, but they are valued highly for their cheerful blooms.

Q

Can I grow in containers?

A

Yes, you can. Make sure to choose a container large enough for mature plants as California poppies do not like to be transplanted. Containers will need good drainage, and you will also need to water more frequently.

Q

Are poppies deer resistant?

A

Yes, they do tend to be deer resistant.

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