Michigan State University Extension
Ornamental Plants plus Version 3.0 - 00001030
11/12/99
Papaver nudicaule--Iceland Poppy
Height: 24 in Spacing: 12 in
Type: annual
Flowers: Orange, pink, red, white, yellow
Comments: Iceland Poppy is grown for its 3-inch flowers
(Vis. 1) produced in a wide variety of colors. The plant is
also a source of cut flowers. The plants perform best in
cool weather. Provide a sunny growing area and a
well-drained soil.
Propagation: Propagation is usually by seed planted into
the garden in late summer. The plants do not like being
transplanted.
Cultivars:
'Champagne Bubbles' - Mixed colors.
References for Cultivars: Bailey Nurseries 1999, Sheridan
Nurseries 1999.
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