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| Family | Papaveraceae | | Plant Type | | | Zone | USDA: 4a - 9b RHS: H - FH EGF: H1 - H5 Australia: 1 - 3
| | Care Level | low, easy, suitable for beginners. | | Height | 25 - 30 cm (10 - 12 in) | | Spread | 20 - 30 cm (8 - 12 in) | | Light | full sun | | Soil Moisture | low to average, well-drained | | Soil Type | clay to sandy | | Soil pH | acidic to alkaline |
| | Description | Papaver atlanticum (atlas poppy) bears bright orange blooms during late spring to late summer. This plant has greyish green foliage. | | Typical Uses | Alpine or rock garden, border, container, cut flowers and edging. | | Special Characteristics | This plant has a natural ability to resist deer, and it is tolerant of drought. | | |
