Papaver orientalis 'Harvest Moon'

oriental poppy

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	80 - 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 orientalis 'Harvest Moon' (oriental poppy) bears bright orange blossoms during late spring to early summer. The foliage is faded green in colour. A specimen plant, Papaver orientalis 'Harvest Moon' (oriental poppy) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses	Accent, border, cut flowers and specimen.
Special Characteristics	Papaver orientalis 'Harvest Moon' has a natural resistance to deer and rabbits.