A perennial perennial from the Orient
The Turkish poppy is a perennial, perennial and herbaceous perennial. It is a typical summer bloomer and belongs to the poppy family within the buttercups. This perennial has its origin in the mountainous regions of Northern Iran, Northern Turkey and the Caucasus.
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Stronger and larger than the poppy
Papayer orientale is growing compared to the native and well-known in this country Corn poppy stronger and looks bigger overall. The clumps are low and a total height of between 50 and 100 cm is reached. This makes this perennial perfect for the center or background of beds and borders.
It winters green
What you should know about Turkish poppy leaves:
- up to 30 cm long
- form a basal rosette
- pinnate
- gray-green
- very hairy
- retire in summer
- sprout again in autumn
- overwinter green
Eye-catching flowers with a diameter of up to 20 cm!
The most striking feature of this perennial is its flowers. Usually they reach a diameter between 10 and 15 cm. In exceptional cases they can grow up to 20 cm! They are flat bowls, they are terminal and have colors such as red, white, orange or pink. The flowering period begins around mid-May and ends in June / July.
The demands of this perennial: low
The Turkish poppy seed has extremely low demands. All he wants is a sunny and warm location where the soil is well drained. If these wishes can be fulfilled, it needs little in contrast to other perennials care.
It is hardy down to -20 ° C, only needs to be watered when it is hot and dry, does not need fertilizer and there is no need to cut. Watering and Fertilize don't miss out ...
Tips
The Turkish poppy shouldn't be in the middle of a herbaceous bed Location in the foreground, but rather in the middle next to other perennials such as lupins, daisies and delphinium receive.
