Where do I get the seeds from?
You can the Seeds collect from the dry seed pods of the poppy that has bloomed. If that is too troublesome for you or if you cannot find enough seeds, then buy them from specialist shops. In addition to wild poppy seeds, you can also get various other types of poppy, such as Turkish poppy seeds or Iceland poppy seeds.
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The sowing
the sowing should be done outdoors around the end of March or beginning of April. Spread the seeds broadly on a bed with loose, nutrient-poor soil. To make this easier, you can mix the seeds with some sand or soil before scattering. Cover the seeds with just a little soil and keep them slightly moist.
The right location
Corn poppies need a lot of light and warmth in order for them to bloom profusely. You should therefore give it a place that is as sunny as possible. It tolerates drought better than constant moisture. That is why the soil should be permeable and dry. You may mix a little sand into the potting soil.
Corn poppy is very frugal and needs only a few nutrients. Because of this, refrain from using it fertilize. You don't have to water your poppy seeds either. Only shortly before or during the blossom in a dry spell you should give it a little water treat.
Planting out
Sow the poppy directly in the bed where it will grow in summer, then you will save yourself having to plant it out. The relatively strong and long tap roots make the later difficult plants considerable. Should it be necessary, however, make sure that you do not damage the roots and that the planting hole is deep enough for the roots.
Tips & Tricks
It is best to sow the poppy directly at the desired location in the garden. Later he will sow himself there and you will not have to worry about overseeding.