Growing Non-GMO Double Mixed Shirley Poppy Flower Seeds

Double Mixed Shirley poppy seeds are best sown in the spring as soon as the last frost has passed. Shirley poppy seeds have a wildflower growth habit and can be broadcasted similarly. Blend 1 part poppy seed to 5 parts sand to increase visibility while sowing, and lightly rake and tamp. Deadheading will promote more blooms throughout the flowering season.

Double Mixed Shirley poppy seeds thrive in many full-sun gardens but will not perform well in high humidity and intense summer heat. Shirley poppies will thrive in full sun in temperate and cool gardens, and will favor partial shade in climates with intense summers. Seeds germinate best at 50-70F. Be sure the soil and seedlings dry out between irrigations; Poppies do just as poorly in overly wet conditions as they do well in extremely dry weather. Double Mixed poppies bloom all summer long and may reseed to send up volunteers for next season in temperate climates. If you wish to prevent this, cut the flower heads after blooming and remove the entire plant before the seeds start to form.

Double Mixed Shirley Poppy in the Flower Garden

Incorporate these into wildflower and cut flower gardens, or use them as an easy mass planting; they perform equally well in pots and containers. Poppies will brighten up any space with their attractive blooms.

Harvesting Double Mixed Shirley Poppy

Poppies are popularly used as fresh-cut flowers. Trim off the flower stalk at the base with clean scissors. Quickly transfer to clean, cool water to enjoy for 7-14 days!

The gorgeous petals, seeds, and leaves of the poppies are also edible in moderation! Pluck the petals when the flowers are blooming and use them as a garnish on many dishes that need a tad more color. Harvest the seeds for baking or cook the young leaves (harvested before flowering) like spinach.

About Double Mixed Shirley Poppy Garden Seeds

Shirley Poppy plants can be dangerous when ingested by mammals in large amounts. Contact your doctor or veterinarian with any questions about toxicity and treatments.

Papaver rhoeas is one of the most popular and well-known blooms throughout the world. Shirley poppies can also be commonly known as Field Poppy, Common Poppy, Shirley Rose, Red Weed, Coquelicot, Corn Poppy, or Flanders Poppy.

Papaver rhoeas is native to the temperate wildflower fields of Europe.

The Shirley poppy was first crossed and hybridized in 1880 by the British clergyman and horticulturalist William Wilks in his parish in Shirley, England. At first, Wilks only had a monotone white Shirley poppy but, after years of further selective crossing, he was able to promote and develop the reds and pinks available in today's Shirley poppy varieties.

Double Mixed Poppies are beautiful to pollinators. Bees and butterflies are particular fans.

Poppies contain latex in their stems and unripened seeds. Some people with severe latex allergies can have issues handling and consuming this plant.

Tips From Our Gardeners

"This Shirley poppy mix is outstandingly unique among poppies. The tall stalks and double blooms are sure to leave you speechless!"

- Lara Wadsworth, True Leaf Market Writer

Double Mixed Shirley Poppy Seeds Per Package:

• 1 g - Packet - Approximately 5,000 Seeds
• 1 oz - Approximately 165,000 Seeds
• 4 oz - Approximately 660,000 Seeds

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