Papaver 'Ruffled Princess of Orange' Poppy
The Papaver 'Ruffled Princess of Orange' Poppy is a stunning herbaceous perennial that brings vibrant color to any garden. It features large, showy blooms with satiny, ruffled petals in a rich dark orange, surrounding a dark seed capsule. Growing 18 to 24 inches tall, this oriental poppy variety is known for its heat tolerance and deer resistance. The thistle-like, gray-green foliage provides an airy contrast to the striking flowers. These blooms are perfect for cheerful cut-flower arrangements and are a magnet for bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, adding life and movement to your landscape.
$25.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.3
/ 5
Category Rank
2565
/ 2844
#2565 in Flowers
Price vs Category Average
-36%
Below average
Genus
Papaver
/ Papaver
Who it's for
- Show-Stopping Ruffled Blooms
- Reliable Perennial Performance
- Essential Pollinator Magnet
Who should skip it
- Ephemeral Bloom Window
- Unsightly Summer Dormancy
- Difficult to Relocate
Key Specs
Genus
Papaver
Hardiness Zones
2 - 9
Mature Height
2 Feet
Mature Width
1.5 Feet
Plant Type
Flower
Plant Life Cycle
Perennial
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Water Requirement
Moderate
Features
- Features ruffled, satiny dark orange petals.
- Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
- Excellent for use as cut flowers.
- More heat tolerant than many oriental poppies.
- Deer resistant.
- Easy care plant for average to poor soils.
- Upright, columnar growth habit.
- Blooms prolifically in late spring/early summer.
What customers say
The Papaver 'Ruffled Princess of Orange' Poppy earns high marks for its exceptional aesthetic design, specifically the vibrant, true orange hue and the unique ruffled petal structure. Customers consistently report that the mature blooms are truly showstopping, delivering on the promise of a specialty flower. While some initial concerns exist regarding the viability or health of the starter plants upon arrival, the overall consensus is that the resulting quality and visual impact provide immense satisfaction and justify the purchase.
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