Poppy, Peony: Cream (Papaver Paeoniflorum)
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$0.50 - $5.60
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Grown as an annual flowering plant, the Cream Peony Poppy will grow quickly from freshly harvested flower seeds, bloom in the late spring to early summer, later wilting with the arrival of winter. The seed pods, once dried can be cut, for use in floral arrangements and bouquets. The seeds can also fall to the bare ground beneath, establishing new plants the following growing season.
Scientific Name: Papaver Paeoniflorum
Ease of Growing: Easy
Grown as: Annual
Maturity (Bloom): Early summer
Light: Full Sun
Water: Average Water Needs. Water regularly; do not overwater.
Soil Moisture: Moist, well-drained, pH 6.1 - 7.8
Beneficial Insects: Yes. This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and birds.
Containers: Yes
Height: 32-40”
Spacing: 15-18”
Sow Depth: 1/4"
Produces: large creamy white Peony Poppy flowers that are 4 inches across and form on long, sturdy stems.
Grow Zone: 3-8
Ease of Growing: Easy
Grown as: Annual
Maturity (Bloom): Early summer
Light: Full Sun
Water: Average Water Needs. Water regularly; do not overwater.
Soil Moisture: Moist, well-drained, pH 6.1 - 7.8
Beneficial Insects: Yes. This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and birds.
Containers: Yes
Height: 32-40”
Spacing: 15-18”
Sow Depth: 1/4"
Produces: large creamy white Peony Poppy flowers that are 4 inches across and form on long, sturdy stems.
Grow Zone: 3-8
Grow Peony Poppy seeds indoors in late winter. Use peat pots and starter mix. Sow the flower seeds on the surface and press the flower seeds into the soil. Peony Poppy seeds need light to germinate. Keep flower seeds moist until germination. Although the optimal germination temperature is about 60 degrees Fahrenheit, the seeds will germinate at warmer temperatures, but they germinate best when planted in cool to cold soil, the warming soil will trigger germination. Germination should occur within 14 - 21 days.
The flower seed can be sown in the late fall, late winter, or early spring. Prepare the soil by loosening the top several inches, spread the flower seeds and lightly rake. Firm the soil by walking lightly over the area. Thin Peony Poppy seedlings to 15 - 18 inches apart. Peony Poppy plants will reach 32 - 40 inches in height and 12 inches in width. Plant lower-growing flowers in front for a breath-taking display of color! By regularly deadheading these plants through the summer, you’ll encourage new buds to form so you can enjoy the stunning blooms for even longer.
The blooms make stunning floral arrangements and keep well in the vase. The pods are also beautiful for flower arrangements, they can also be dried for winter arrangements and dried floral projects. Cut the pods off leaving a long stem if possible and hang upside down to dry.
In the garden each individual flower lasts from three to eight days. When they have finished blooming, the petals start falling off. At this point the plant uses its remaining energy to reproduce and the pods will grow fat with seeds. To extend the plants bloom time in the garden, cut off old blooms before pods are formed.
Eventually the pods will begin to dry out and the vents at the top of the pods will open when the seeds are ripe, ready to release the seed. The pods can be cut off to harvest the seeds or the plants can be left standing in the garden to self-sow for next year. If seeding is not desired, simply deadhead spent flowers before pods are formed.
Eventually the pods will begin to dry out and the vents at the top of the pods will open when the seeds are ripe, ready to release the seed. The pods can be cut off to harvest the seeds or the plants can be left standing in the garden to self-sow for next year. If seeding is not desired, simply deadhead spent flowers before pods are formed.
Peonies enjoy plenty of companion plants, including Alliums, Bearded Irises (Iris germanica), Siberian Irises (Iris Siberica), Columbines (Aquilegia), Spring bulbs, Roses, and small shrubs and trees.
Suggested Varieties
Columbine: McKana Giants (Aquilegia caerulea)
$0.25 - $5.60
McKana Giant columbines were developed specifically for their large, striking blooms and many colors; this AAS Award winner first became available in the 1950's. The name “columbine” is derived from the Latin “columba,” or dove, since an upside down columbine bloom looks like a circle of doves around a fountain. The Latin genus name “Aquilegia” means “eagle,” a reference to the spikes on the back of the flower that resemble an eagle’s talons. These unique hollow spurs on the blossoms contain an abundance of nectar, though only hummingbirds and other long-tongued feeders such as the hawk moth can reach it. Ruby-throated hummingbirds especially love this plant. Its natural habitats are woodland areas, rocky slopes, or along streams.
Columbine: Oriental (Aquilegia oxysepala)
$0.25 - $5.60
These unusual maroon blossoms are native to parts of northern Asia and Europe. It thrives in dry, sunny spots in open forests or on rocky slopes. Due to decreasing natural habitat and over-picking, this species has become threatened in some areas; it can be found on the Red List of endangered plants in Switzerland. The name “columbine” is derived from the Latin “columba,” or dove, since an upside down columbine bloom looks like a circle of doves around a fountain. The Latin genus name “Aquilegia” means “eagle,” a reference to the spikes on the back of the flower that resemble an eagle’s talons.
Columbine: Wild (Aquilegia canadensis)
$0.50 - $5.60
The name “columbine” is derived from the Latin “columba,” or dove, since an upside down columbine bloom looks like a circle of doves around a fountain. The Latin genus name “Aquilegia” means “eagle,” a reference to the spikes on the back of the flower that resemble an eagle’s talons. These unique hollow spurs on the blossoms contain an abundance of nectar, though only hummingbirds and other long-tongued feeders such as the hawk moth can reach it. Ruby-throated hummingbirds especially love this plant. Its natural habitats are woodland areas, rocky slopes, or along streams. A native wildflower, columbine has thrived in both America and Europe since the 1600s; in medieval times, these flowers symbolized foolishness because of their resemblance to a court jester’s slippers. Native Americans used this plant medicinally to treat various complaints such as poison ivy rash, heart trouble, or fever; they also crushed the seeds to obtain a pleasing perfume.