Poppy Seeds

California Poppy ‘Purple Gleam’ – Seeds (Eschscholzia californica)

California Poppy ‘Purple Gleam’ (Eschscholzia californica) is a striking variety with silky lilac-pink flowers that glow in the sun. This hardy, drought-tolerant annual thrives in poor soils and is perfect for borders, rockeries, and wildflower meadows. Flowering from summer into autumn, it brings long-lasting color while attracting bees and butterflies. Easy to grow and self-seeding, it will return year after year with minimal effort.

Why Grow "Purple Gleam"

• Unique lilac-pink flowers with a shimmering finish

• Long flowering season from summer to autumn

• Hardy, drought-tolerant, and low-maintenance

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and pollinators

Key Features

• Type: Hardy annual (Eschscholzia californica)

• Height: 20–30 cm

• Flowering: Summer to autumn

• Position: Full sun

• Uses: Borders, rockeries, meadows, containers, pollinator gardens

Ideal For

• Naturalistic and wildflower-style gardens

• Adding soft, unusual color to borders and beds

• Rockeries and container planting

• Easy, low-maintenance seasonal color

Sowing & Growing

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

• Germination: 14–21 days

• Thin seedlings: 15–20 cm apart

• Prefers poor to moderately fertile, well-drained soil

• Self-seeds freely for natural displays

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

Iceland Poppy Mix – Seeds (Papaver nudicaule)

Iceland Poppy Mix is a hardy annual known for its delicate, papery blooms in a range of vibrant colors, including white, yellow, orange, and pink. Blooming from late spring to early summer, these charming flowers create a cheerful display in borders, rockeries, and containers. Easy to grow and long-lasting, they also attract pollinators and bring bright color to cool-season gardens.

Why Grow "Iceland Poppy Mix"

• Delicate, papery blooms in multiple bright colors

• Hardy and easy to grow

• Long flowering period from late spring to early summer

• Attracts bees and other pollinators

Key Features

• Type: Annual (Papaver nudicaule)

• Height: 30–45 cm

• Flowering: Late spring to early summer

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

• Uses: Borders, rockeries, containers, pollinator gardens

Ideal For

• Adding vibrant color to cool-season borders

• Rockeries, beds, and container planting

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Gardeners seeking delicate, long-lasting blooms

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: Early spring, 6–8 weeks before last frost

• Sow outdoors: After frost, directly in soil

• Germination: 10–20 days

• Space seedlings: 20–25 cm apart

• Prefers well-drained soil and sunny locations

California Poppy Frilly Fun Appleblossom – Seeds (Eschscholzia californica)

California Poppy ‘Frilly Fun Appleblossom’ is a cheerful, low-maintenance annual that produces abundant frilly, soft pink blooms all summer long. This compact, hardy variety creates a carpet of pastel color in borders, rockeries, and containers. Fast-growing and drought-tolerant, it’s perfect for brightening gardens while attracting bees and other pollinators.

Why Grow "Frilly Fun Appleblossom"

• Frilly, soft pink blooms with abundant summer color

• Compact, low-maintenance, and hardy

• Drought-tolerant and fast-growing

• Attracts bees and pollinators

Key Features

• Type: Annual (Eschscholzia californica)

• Height: 20–30 cm

• Flowering: Late spring to summer

• Position: Full sun

• Uses: Borders, rockeries, containers, pollinator gardens

Ideal For

• Adding pastel color to borders and beds

• Rockeries and container planting

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Beginner gardeners seeking easy-to-grow flowers

Sowing & Growing

• Sow outdoors: Early spring after frost danger has passed

• Germination: 7–14 days

• Thin seedlings: 15–20 cm apart

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

Poppy Hen & Chickens Seeds (Papaver somniferum)

Add a splash of vibrant color and delicate charm to your garden with Poppy Hen & Chickens. This classic poppy variety produces clusters of large, bright red blooms with dark centers, creating a stunning visual display. Easy to grow and low-maintenance, it’s perfect for borders, beds, and wildflower-style gardens.

Why Grow "Hen & Chickens"

• Striking clusters of bright red flowers with dark centers

• Easy to grow and low-maintenance

• Long-lasting blooms for summer color

• Adds natural charm to borders, beds, and cottage gardens

Key Features

• Type: Annual (Papaver somniferum)

• Height: 45–60 cm

• Flowering: Late spring to early summer

• Position: Full sun

• Uses: Borders, beds, wildflower gardens, cut flowers

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: 6–8 weeks before the last frost

• Sow outdoors: After frost danger has passed

• Germination: 10–14 days

• Space seedlings: 20–30 cm apart

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

Iceland Poppy ‘Artists Glory’ Mix Seeds (Papaver nudicaule)

Bring a painterly touch to your garden with Iceland Poppy ‘Artists Glory’ Mix. This charming annual produces delicate, papery blooms in a vibrant mix of reds, pinks, oranges, yellows, and whites, creating a stunning spring-to-summer display. Its soft, nodding flowers add elegance to borders, rock gardens, and cottage-style plantings.

Why Grow ‘Artists Glory’ Mix

• Stunning mix of bright, papery blooms

• Hardy, easy-to-grow annual

• Perfect for borders, rock gardens, and cut flowers

Key Features

• Botanical name: Papaver nudicaule

• Type: Hardy annual

• Height: 30–45 cm

• Spread: 20–25 cm

• Flowering: Late spring–summer

• Position: Full sun

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

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–March in trays, lightly cover seeds

• Germination: 10–20 days at 15–18°C

• Transplant seedlings outdoors after frost, spacing 20–25 cm apart

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

• Deadhead spent flowers to prolong blooming

Tulip Poppy Seeds (Papaver glaucum)

The Tulip Poppy (Papaver glaucum) is a striking annual with vibrant, cup-shaped flowers reminiscent of tulips. Available in shades of red, pink, and cream, these cheerful blooms bring a bold splash of color to borders, cottage gardens, and wildflower mixes. Ideal for naturalizing, cut flowers, or adding a classic poppy charm to your garden.

Why Grow Tulip Poppy

• Unique tulip-shaped poppy blooms in vivid colors

• Easy-to-grow, hardy annual

• Great for borders, meadows, and cut flowers

Key Features

• Botanical name: Papaver glaucum

• Type: Hardy annual

• Height: 40–60 cm

• Spread: 20–30 cm

• Flowering: Late spring–summer

• Position: Full sun

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

Sowing & Growing

• Sow outdoors: March–May or September–October

• Germination: 14–21 days at 15–20°C

• Thin seedlings to 20–25 cm apart

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

• Deadhead for prolonged flowering or leave to self-seed

California Poppy White Seeds (Eschscholzia californica)

California Poppy White is a vibrant annual with elegant white cup-shaped flowers and finely divided, gray-green foliage. Blooming from spring to early summer, it brightens borders, rock gardens, and wildflower meadows. Easy to grow and drought-tolerant, it attracts pollinators and adds a soft, natural charm to any garden.

What Makes It Special

• Pure white, cup-shaped blooms all spring and early summer

• Hardy, drought-tolerant, and low-maintenance

• Attracts bees and other pollinators

Key Features

• Botanical name: Eschscholzia californica

• Annual

• Height: 25–40 cm

• Bloom time: Spring to early summer

Ideal For

• Rock gardens, borders, and wildflower meadows

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Sunny, well-drained areas

Sowing

• Sow outdoors Mar–Jun

• Cover seeds lightly with soil

• Germination: 7–14 days at 15–20°C

• Thin seedlings 20–30 cm apart

• Flowers the same year

Iceland Poppy ‘F2 Wind Song’ Mix Seeds (Papaver nudicaule)

A delicate and charming mix, Iceland Poppy ‘F2 Wind Song’ produces vibrant, papery blooms in shades of pink, orange, yellow, and white. Hardy and long-flowering, these poppies are perfect for borders, rock gardens, and wildflower-style plantings, bringing cheerful color from late spring into summer.

What Makes It Special

• Soft, papery flowers in a mix of pastel and bright shades

• Hardy, compact plants that thrive in cooler climates

• Attracts bees and pollinators, enhancing wildlife-friendly gardens

Key Features

• Botanical name: Papaver nudicaule

• Hardy perennial (often grown as an annual)

• Height: 30–45 cm (12–18 in)

• Bloom time: Late spring to early summer

Ideal For

• Borders, beds, and rock gardens

• Wildflower and cottage-style plantings

• Containers and pots for bright seasonal color

Sowing

• Sow indoors Feb–Apr or outdoors Mar–May

• Scatter seeds on the surface of well-drained soil; do not cover

• Germination: 14–28 days at 15–20°C

• Thin seedlings to 20–30 cm apart

• Flowers the same year when sown in spring