Papaver (Oriental Group) 'Pink Perfection'
oriental poppy
- 9cm pot
- £12.99
- In stock (delivery within 2-3 working days)
- 3 × 9cm pots
- £29.99 £10.00 each
- In stock (delivery within 2-3 working days)
- 2 litre pot
- £21.99
- available to order from spring
- 3 × 2 litre pots
- £54.99 £18.33 each
- available to order from spring
Delivery options
- Standard £5.99
- Position: full sun
- Soil: moist, well-drained
- Rate of growth: fast
- Flowering period: May to July
- Hardiness: fully hardy
A magnificent profusion of pinkishness, papaver 'Pink Perfection' is a stunning mid-pink, oriental poppy with slightly ruffled, papery petals loosely arranged around a darker centre and purple, almost black, stamens. Surrounded by deeply divided and slightly hairy foliage, this herbaceous perennial is also excellent for pollinators.
Plant in a sunny, well-drained spot, incorporating plenty of well-rotted manure or garden compost into the soil to improve fertility and structure.
Water well after planting, but avoid waterlogging, as these plants dislike excessive moisture, particularly in winter. A layer of mulch will help insulate the roots from extreme cold and retain soil moisture during the summer.
After flowering, the foliage often becomes tatty and can be cut back to encourage fresh new growth. This helps maintain a tidy appearance and can sometimes prompt a second flush of leaves. Combine this with watering during dry spells and applying a light mulch to support healthy regrowth.
Water well after planting, but avoid waterlogging, as these plants dislike excessive moisture, particularly in winter. A layer of mulch will help insulate the roots from extreme cold and retain soil moisture during the summer.
After flowering, the foliage often becomes tatty and can be cut back to encourage fresh new growth. This helps maintain a tidy appearance and can sometimes prompt a second flush of leaves. Combine this with watering during dry spells and applying a light mulch to support healthy regrowth.
