'Queen Alexandra' Oriental Poppy (Papaver)

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Crepe-like Petals,
Beautiful Flowers,
Critter Resistant

$17.99

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Size: PS - Quart Pot PS - Quart Pot

Description

(Oriental Poppy) Papaver 'Queen Alexandra' presents beautiful, bright, salmon-pink blooms that will create a spectacular display in your perennial garden. Four to five inch wide flowers appear on strong stems from late spring thru early summer. The petals of 'Queen Alexandra' have a crepe-paper appearance with a very soft texture and a large black seed capsule center, surrounded by dark purple stamens. These perennials are best planted near other plants since they will go dormant after completing their bloom cycle.

More Details

Name: Papaver orientale 'Queen Alexandra'
Common Name: Oriental Poppy
Sunlight: Full Sun (+6 hrs.)
Attracts Wings: Hummingbirds
Critter Resistance: Deer, Rabbit
Bloom Time: Late Spring or Early Summer
Flower Color: Pink Shades
Max Height: 3 - 3 Feet
Max Spread: 1 - 2 Feet
Water Requirements: Average Water Needs
USDA Hardiness Zone: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
Attributes: Cut Flower or Foliage, Deciduous, Dried Flower
Design Use: Border, Structure

Gardener Tips

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