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Papaver orientale 'Indian Chief'

Family Papaveraceae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   2a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 75 - 90 cm (2.5 - 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 Papaver orientale 'Indian Chief' (oriental poppy) bears bright red blossoms during late spring to early summer. This plant has foliage that is faded green in colour. Papaver orientale 'Indian Chief' (oriental poppy) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses Accent, border, cut flowers and specimen.
Special Characteristics This plant has a natural ability to resist deer and rabbits.