Papaver orientale 'Forncett Summer'
Best deer-resistant perennial for gardeners seeking vibrant, low-maintenance summer color.
These salmon-pink blooms bring a dramatic, fringed elegance to early summer borders. You have to accept the midsummer foliage die-back as part of the cycle, but the trade-off is a deer-resistant perennial that rewards you with more prolific flowers and structural seed pods every single year.
$20.00
Who it's for
- Floral enthusiasts looking for sturdy stems for indoor arrangements
- Gardeners seeking a high-impact, dramatic spring focal point
- Busy homeowners wanting reliable, low-maintenance perennial color
Who should skip it
- Designers concerned about mid-summer gaps in garden borders
- Gardeners who frequently rearrange their planting beds
- People wanting long-lasting color throughout the entire summer
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Fringed salmon petals create a high-drama focal point for summer gardens.
Wildlife Appeal
Reliably draws butterflies while keeping hungry deer at a safe distance.
Maintenance Ease
Drought tolerance simplifies care once the root system is fully established.
Seasonal Longevity
Ornamental seed pods extend interest well beyond the initial spring bloom.
Growth Predictability
Established plants reward gardeners with increasingly abundant blooms every single year.
Cut Flower Utility
Striking stems bring a sophisticated, architectural aesthetic to indoor floral arrangements.
Key Specs
Mature Height
28-36 inches
Mature Spread
up to 24 inches
USDA Hardiness Zones
3 to 7
Preferred Soil pH
Close to neutral (6.5 to 7.0)
Bloom Time
June/Late Spring
Ships as
BAREROOT
Planting Depth
Crown 2-3" below soil level
SKU
F35579
Life Cycle
Perennial
Watering Needs
Moderate
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