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Papaver orientale 'Beauty of Livermere'

Family Papaveraceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   3a - 7b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H3   Australia:   1  
Care Level medium
Height 60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft)
Spread 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Papaver orientale 'Beauty of Livermere' (oriental poppy) bears showy and bright red blossoms during early summer to mid-summer. The foliage is faded green in colour. A specimen plant, Papaver orientale 'Beauty of Livermere' (oriental poppy) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Accent, border, cut flowers and specimen.
Special Characteristics This plant has a natural ability to resist deer and rabbits.