Papaver glaucum Tulip Poppy
Turkish Poppy
Description
Papaver glaucum, commonly known as the Tulip Poppy or Blue Poppy, is a unique and attractive annual poppy species. Its petals are a soft, grayish-blue color, resembling the shape of a tulip. The leaves have a distinctive bluish-gray color and are finely divided. It thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. The plant is relatively low-maintenance. It readily self-seeds. It produces beautiful, long-lasting blooms. They are known to attract butterflies. You can use them to bring color to borders and rock gardens. The plant also does well in dry climates. Deadheading spent flowers may encourage more blooms.
Description
Papaver glaucum, commonly known as the Tulip Poppy or Blue Poppy, is a unique and attractive annual poppy species. Its petals are a soft, grayish-blue color, resembling the shape of a tulip. The leaves have a distinctive bluish-gray color and are finely divided. It thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. The plant is relatively low-maintenance. It readily self-seeds. It produces beautiful, long-lasting blooms. They are known to attract butterflies. You can use them to bring color to borders and rock gardens. The plant also does well in dry climates. Deadheading spent flowers may encourage more blooms.