Product Review
Papaver somniferum is known as Danish Flag Poppy, and it is a favorite red and white annual that has feathery edges and a resemblance to Denmark's national flag. It reaches 24 - 36 inches in height and produces large, showy blooms that measure 5 inches across. Danish Flag Poppies look especially impressive when planted in mass groupings. Sometimes these poppies are also known as Breadseed Poppy or Florist Poppy, and as the petals fall the seed pod that is left adds visual interest in both the garden and in arrangements. Start the seed directly outdoors after frost danger has passed. Lightly cover the seed with 1/16 inch of soil and keep it moist. At a temperature of 60F, germination usually occurs within 14 days. Space the plants 12 - 18 inches apart.
- DROUGHT-TOLERANT & EASY TO GROW: Danish Flag poppies seeds for planting thrive in USDA Zones 3 - 9, reaching a height of 24 - 36 inches. Annuals are drought-tolerant, making them an excellent choice for wildflower meadows, naturalized gardens, or low-maintenance flower yards.
- VIBRANT BLOOMS & LONG-LASTING COLOR: Featuring striking red blooms with white cross center, Danish Flag Poppy flowers create stunning displays from mid-spring to late summer. Perfect for brightening up flower beds, garden borders, and wildflower areas, they bring bold color to your garden and are ideal for those seeking fast growing flower seeds.
- POLLINATOR-FRIENDLY & GARDEN-FRIENDLY: These poppy flower seeds attract bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators, making them a great choice for supporting local habitat. They enhance garden beauty while helping create a vibrant, pollinator-friendly environment in your flower beds or garden borders.
- PLANTING & CARE: Sow poppy seeds for planting outdoors in early spring, spacing plants 12 inches apart. They thrive in full sun and well-drained soil and require little maintenance once established. Ideal for those seeking native wild flower seeds, they’re an easy-care choice for any garden.
- EASY GROWTH & LARGE COVERAGE: These poppies are perfect for xeriscaping, garden borders, or containers. With their ability to flourish in poor soil and need minimal watering, Use wildflower seed packets for smaller gardens or packs for up to 50 square feet, making it easy to create dense, colorful displays that attract beneficial pollinators.
