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Meconopsis sheldonii

Family Papaveraceae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   3a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level medium
Height 0.8 - 1 m (2.5 - 3 ft)
Spread 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in)
Light partial shade
Soil Moisture average to moist, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description Meconopsis sheldonii (blue Himalayan poppy) bears pastel azure flowers during early summer to mid-summer. The matte foliage is greyish green in colour. A specimen plant, Meconopsis sheldonii (blue Himalayan poppy) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Accent, border, mass planting, specimen and woodland.
Special Characteristics Meconopsis sheldonii is noted for being naturally resistant to rabbits.