Park Seed Peony Poppy Seeds
Best dramatic floral accent for cottage garden enthusiasts.
These striking, dark-hued blooms offer a dramatic, almost black aesthetic that elevates any garden or floral arrangement. With their ruffled, peony-like petals and tall, upright stature, they provide a sophisticated, moody contrast to lighter garden colors.
$3.95
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Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking a bold, gothic aesthetic for their floral displays
- Busy homeowners wanting high-impact flowers with very little effort
- Nature enthusiasts looking to support local biodiversity in their backyard
Who should skip it
- Florists needing long-lasting cut flowers for indoor arrangements
- Meticulous landscapers who prefer strict control over garden layouts
- Pet owners with curious animals that nibble on garden plants
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
The near-black, ruffled petals create an undeniably dramatic garden focal point.
Ease of Cultivation
Direct sowing makes these poppies accessible for gardeners of all skill levels.
Floral Utility
Versatile blooms excel in fresh arrangements and dried decorative displays.
Climate Versatility
Best suited for regions with cool, dry summers; struggles in extreme heat.
Seed Quantity
Five hundred seeds provide ample coverage for large borders or mass plantings.
Structural Presence
Four-foot height adds significant vertical interest to any landscape design.
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Papaver paeoniflorum
Mature Height
48 inches
Mature Spread
12 inches
Sunlight Exposure
Full Sun
Seed Count
500
Soil Tolerance
Normal, loamy
Moisture Requirements
Moist, well-drained
Bloom Color
Dark Burgundy, Dark Maroon
Bloom Start
Early Summer
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