White Flower Farm
Papaver orientale 'Goliath'
Introduce vibrant color to your garden with Papaver orientale 'Goliath', an Oriental Poppy celebrated for its lively, hot-hued accents. This variety boasts exceptionally large, bright red-orange petals surrounding a striking coal-black center, creating a dramatic visual statement. As a clump-forming perennial, it thrives in sunny locations with well-draining soil and prefers drier conditions. While it requires cold winter temperatures and is best suited for Zones 3-7S/9W, it rewards gardeners with stunning, ruffled blooms in early summer. Its fuzzy, gray-green foliage and ornamental seed pods add further appeal, and it also makes a beautiful cut flower.
$17.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.3
/ 5
Category Rank
3023
/ 3268
#3023 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
-38%
Below average
Common Name
Oriental Poppy
/ Oriental Poppy
Who it's for
- Dramatic Garden Impact
- Reliable Perennial Performance
- Excellent Pollinator Magnet
Who should skip it
- Ephemeral Bloom Period
- Unsightly Summer Dormancy
- Difficult to Transplant
Key Specs
Common Name
Oriental Poppy
Hardiness Zone
3-7S/9W
Exposure
Full Sun
Blooms In
June
Mature Height
40-48"
Spacing
15-18"
Ships as
BAREROOT
Deer Resistance
Yes
Features
- Very large, bright red-orange petals
- Striking coal-black center accent
- Clump-forming perennial habit
- Produces ornamental seed pods
- Deer resistant garden accent
- Stunning cut flower potential
- Tolerates dry soil once established
- Requires cold winter temperatures
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly praise the Papaver orientale 'Goliath' for its spectacular impact, noting the massive, vibrant scarlet orange blooms create an unparalleled garden focal point. Established plants exhibit impressive vigor and height, confirming the premium quality of the stock received. The core theme is high reward for successful cultivation. However, some frustration exists regarding establishment challenges in the first year, which impacts the perceived value for some buyers. Ultimately, this is a high impact perennial that delivers magnificent results for the patient gardener who follows specific planting guidance. Success hinges on proper establishment.
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