Papaver rhoeas 'Red Shirley'
Shirley Poppy
Description
Desert annual grows quickly to 2' x 1'. Flowers are vibrant red, pink or white and are cup-shaped. Sow seeds in the fall or plant from containers for spring color.
Plant Type
Annual
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Pink, Red, White
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Formal, Meadow, Mediterranean, Tropical, Wild Garden
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring
Location Uses
n/a
Special Uses
Container, Cut Flowers, Mass Planting
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.