Poppy ‘Danish Flag’ – Seeds (Papaver somniferum)

Poppy ‘Danish Flag’ (Papaver somniferum) is a bold and eye-catching annual variety, producing large scarlet-red blooms with crisp white crosses that resemble the Danish flag. These dramatic flowers make a real statement in borders, cottage gardens, and wildflower meadows, flowering freely through summer. Easy to grow and self-seeding, they return year after year with minimal effort. Perfect for pollinator-friendly planting, they also add a unique touch to cut flower arrangements.

Why Grow "Danish Flag"

• Striking red-and-white blooms resembling the Danish flag

• Long flowering through summer

• Easy to grow and self-seeding

• Attracts bees and pollinators

Key Features

• Type: Hardy annual (Papaver somniferum)

• Height: 60–90 cm

• Flowering: Summer

• Position: Full sun

• Uses: Borders, cottage gardens, meadows, cut flowers

Ideal For

• Bold summer garden displays

• Naturalistic or wildflower-style planting

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Adding dramatic blooms to floral arrangements

Sowing & Growing

• Sow outdoors: March–May or September for earlier blooms

• Germination: 10–20 days

• Thin seedlings: 20–25 cm apart

• Prefers well-drained soil in full sun

• Self-seeds easily for naturalized displays