Papaver somniferum ‘Ballarat Cottage Red’ (Poppy) Seed

Description

Papaver somniferum ‘Ballarat Cottage Red’, an Ornamental Opium & Seed-Oil Poppy.

Papaver somniferum, commonly known as the opium poppy, is a species of flowering plant in the family Papaveraceae. It is an annual herbaceous plant with large, showy flowers that can range in colour from white to pink, red, or purple.

This is an unknown variety, it is defined by a descriptor name only which comes simply from the seed collected origin and the flowers colour. The seed was collected from a Ballarat Cottage Garden.

The flower is as pictured, a red to maroon flower with dark maroon centres.

We cannot ship this species Internationally.

Our Guarantee

We personally count every seed packet to ensure it contains at least the specified number of seeds. However, mistakes can happen, so please reach out if you notice any inconsistencies.

These seeds are believed to meet the standard viability percentage for their species, sourced either from our own SAB nursery or from reputable, trusted breeders.

Do not hesitate to contact us for up-to-date germination rates or for a germination test to be conducted.

Interested in other Papaver products? Have a look at these

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Papaver somniferum ‘Cottage Garden’ (Poppy) Seed

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