Corn Poppy (Papaver rhoeas)
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Corn Poppy is a 1' to 2' tall introduced annual whose seeds are reported to remain viable in the soil for up to 80 years. The plant features single large brilliant red flowers atop stems with downy leaves. Corn Poppy grows best in a variety of soil types and dry to medium moisture soils. It requires full sun and needs well drained soils. The brilliance of the red flowers and the interesting seed head shapes makes this plant ideal for beds and borders in the garden. Prices listed are based on pure live seed weight, not bulk weight.
Species Details
| Common Name (Botanical Name) | Corn Poppy (Papaver rhoeas) |
| Alternatative Common Names | Common Poppy |
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| Bloom Season | Spring-Summer |
| Group | Wildflowers/Forbs |
| Bloom Color | Red |
| Duration | Annual |
| Soil moisture | Dry (Xeric);Medium (Mesic) |
| Soil texture | Coarse (Sand);Medium (Silt/Loam);Fine (Clay) |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun |
| Status | Introduced |
| Wetland status | |
| pH | Acidic;Neutral;Alkaline |
| pH Values | |
| Average height | 1-2ft |
| USDA Zones | 3a;3b; |
| RNS Region | 1;2;3;4;5;6;7 |
| Planting rate/Acre | Not Recommended |
| Seeds Per Lb. | 3200000 |
| Seeds Per Oz | 200000 |
| Seeds Per Packet | 3000 |
| Product Benefits | Aesthetic Value;Low Growing; |