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Papaver orientale 'Raspberry Queen'

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 0.9 - 1 m (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 'Raspberry Queen' (oriental poppy) bears black blossoms during late spring to early summer. This plant has faded green foliage. Find a prominent place in your garden for the stunning Papaver orientale 'Raspberry Queen' (oriental poppy) which has been designated a specimen.
Typical Uses Accent, border, cut flowers and specimen.
Special Characteristics This plant has a natural ability to resist deer and rabbits.