
DOUBLE SILKY POPPY Papaver rhoeas
These graceful, attractive flowers have a soft, silky appearance! As with other poppies, they can be used as an indoor cut flower by searing the cut stem with a flame. Use caution.
Location: Full sun
Type: First year blooming annual
Note: This plant species is known to have toxicity. Ingestion of these seeds or this plant can cause illness such as vomiting or diarrhea.
Germination: After the last chance of frost, plant these seed directly in the place where they are to grow. Lightly rake into the soil (not deeply), water, and keep moist until germination. Grow in a sunny location.