Oriental poppy
Oriental poppies, also known as Near-Eastern poppies, belong to the Papaveraceae family. Native to regions stretching from Iran to the Mediterranean, these flowers are not commonly grown in domestic gardens. As a perennial herb, they typically reach a height of about 1.2 meters. The stems are unbranched and covered with white hairs, while the leaves are few in number and deeply pinnately divided, growing up to 20 cm long.
The flowers are striking, coming in shades of red, rose red, light pink, and pink, with distinctive purple and black markings at the base of the petals. Each bloom can measure between 15 to 18 cm in diameter, making them a real eye-catching addition to any garden. The fruits are oval-shaped, about 2.5 cm in diameter, and contain numerous small seeds. Unlike other poppy species, Oriental poppies do not produce morphine-like alkaloids, making them safe for cultivation without legal concerns.
Sowing can be done from late August through September, or even as late as October and November. Germination usually takes around two weeks, and seedlings develop 3 to 4 leaves before being transplanted. Due to their straight root system, they are sensitive to transplanting, so it's best to start them in small pots or seed trays filled with nutrient-rich soil. Once the seedlings have 3 to 4 true leaves, they become more frost-resistant, though their foliage will gradually die back during winter.
In spring, new growth emerges, and with regular watering and feeding every two weeks, the plants grow strong and vibrant. From mid-May to June, the buds begin to form, initially drooping before standing upright. The flowers open gradually, each lasting about 4 to 5 days. After flowering, the ovary develops into a pod that grows to 3 to 4 cm in diameter, taking over a month to mature and eventually containing thousands of tiny seeds.
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