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Papaver orientale 'Scarlet O'Hara'

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 40 - 45 cm (16 - 18 in)
Spread 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Papaver orientale 'Scarlet O'Hara' (dwarf oriental poppy) bears bright red blossoms during late spring to early summer. The foliage is faded green in colour. A specimen plant, Papaver orientale 'Scarlet O'Hara' (dwarf oriental poppy) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Accent, border, cut flowers and specimen.
Special Characteristics Papaver orientale 'Scarlet O'Hara' is noted for being naturally resistant to deer and rabbits.