Poppy - Annual : Blackcurrant Fizz

Hardy Annual
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• Flowers in : April to August
• Germination : Easy
• Aftercare : Easy
• Ideal for : Borders, Cottage Gardens, Cut Flowers
• Height : 40 inches

Description

Another beautiful variety from Thompson & Morgan! Distinctive, serrated blooms in an unusually deep, burgundy shade, amazingly appear black when glistening in the summer sun, as they sit proudly above glaucous foliage. Easy-to-grow and will add drifts of colour to summer borders. The seed pods that follow flowering are also very attractive and will add interest to flower arrangements at the end of summer. Height: 90-100cm (36-40in).

Culinary note: Some parts of these flowers are edible. For more details about edible flowers click here.

Sowing Instructions

Sow thinly just below the surface in well- cultivated soil which has been raked to a fine tilth.

Growing Instructions

When large enough to handle, thin seedlings to 15-30cm (6-12in) apart.

Aftercare

Removing spent flower heads will encourage further blooming.

Caution

All poppies are poisonous. However, the SEEDS produced by these specific varieties ONLY can be eaten. Typically, used in bakery recipes.