300 Organic Black Peony Poppy Seed

Organic Black Peony Poppy Seeds, Double Poppies, Pom-Pom Poppy Flowers,Open Pollinated, Non-GMO, papaver somniferum

This robust poppy seed is prized for its distinctive architectural pepper-pot-shaped seed pod, which will allow it to self-seed in your flower bed for more color-filled seasons.

The color of Double Black Poppies is so intensely dark purple that they nearly seem black. Amazing! An annual that grows tall and vigorous, featuring huge, frilly flowers with two petals. Wonderful flower for pollinators.

Full Sun (min 6 hours)
Zone 3 - 10
Days to Maturity: 90 - 120
Days to Germination: approx 20 days
Soil: Average, well-drained soil (not picky about soil)
Water: Keep moist until germination, water regularly but will withstand drying out a bit
*Rule of thumb: Plant in Spring for Cold Climates and Plant in Fall for Warmer Climates
Seeds Need Cold Stratification (see below for instructions)

Botanical Name: Papaver somniferum
Planting Depth: 1/16" Surface Sow *Seeds Need Light to Germinate
Plant Spacing: 6 - 8”
Height: 32” Tall