Papaver orientale 'Allegro'

Oriental Poppy


Photo courtesy of Ball Horticulture

  • Large flowers of bright orange with black center
  • Dwarf variety
  • Sharply toothed foliage
Border or Bed
Border or Bed
Cut Flower/ Foliage
Cut Flower/ Foliage
Dried Flower/ Foliage
Dried Flower/ Foliage
Deer Resistant
Deer Resistant
Rabbit Resistant
Rabbit Resistant
Full Sun
Full Sun
Spring
Spring



Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:

Prefers well drained soil in full sun.


Height: 18-24 in
Spacing: 18-20 in
Price Level 1: $7.99 ea.~#1
Bloom Color: Black, Orange
Zone: 3-8
Price Level 2: 5 for $35~#1
 

Additional Characteristics & Attributes:


Attributes:

  • Dried Flower/ Foliage
  • Border or Bed
  • Focal Point
  • Cut Flower/ Foliage

Critter Resistance:

  • Rabbit Resistant
  • Deer Resistant

Exposure:

  • Full Sun

Habit:

  • Upright

Foliage Color:

  • Green

Season of Interest (Flowering):

  • Summer
  • Spring

Attracts Wildlife:

  • Attracts Hummingbirds

Soil Moisture:

  • Average Water