Shirley, Field Or Flanders Poppy

Papaver Rhoeas 'Red Shirley'

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Overview

The Shirley Poppy, Papaver rhoeas 'Red Shirley', is a delicate annual featuring showy, red-petaled blooms with a satin sheen. Blossoms are typically around 3-4 inches in diameter, atop slender stems reaching 18-30 inches. Ideal for adding a splash of color to borders and meadows, these poppies thrive in full sun and well-drained soil. They're also known for their poignant symbolism, commemorating peace and remembrance. Blooms peak in late spring to early summer.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 3–10Climate Temperate

Shirley, Field Or Flanders Poppy (Papaver Rhoeas 'Red Shirley') — red-petaled blooms with a satin sheen

Shirley, Field Or Flanders Poppy (Papaver Rhoeas 'Red Shirley') — Blossoms are typically around 3-4 inches in diameter, atop slender stems reaching 18-30 inches

Shirley, Field Or Flanders Poppy (Papaver Rhoeas 'Red Shirley') — Ideal for adding a splash of color to borders and meadows

Shirley, Field Or Flanders Poppy (Papaver Rhoeas 'Red Shirley') — red-petaled blooms with a satin sheen

Shirley, Field Or Flanders Poppy (Papaver Rhoeas 'Red Shirley') — these poppies thrive in full sun and well-drained soil

Shirley, Field Or Flanders Poppy (Papaver Rhoeas 'Red Shirley') — They're also known for their poignant symbolism, commemorating peace and remembrance

Shirley, Field Or Flanders Poppy (Papaver Rhoeas 'Red Shirley') — is a stunning annual that brings a bold splash of color to any landscape

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 3–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Papaveraceae
Climate: Temperate

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Shirley, Field Or Flanders Poppy (Papaver Rhoeas 'Red Shirley') — is a delicate annual featuring showy

Shirley, Field Or Flanders Poppy (Papaver Rhoeas 'Red Shirley') — Blossoms are typically around 3-4 inches in diameter, atop slender stems reaching 18-30 inches

Shirley, Field Or Flanders Poppy (Papaver Rhoeas 'Red Shirley') — Ideal for adding a splash of color to borders and meadows

Shirley, Field Or Flanders Poppy (Papaver Rhoeas 'Red Shirley') — red-petaled blooms with a satin sheen

Shirley, Field Or Flanders Poppy (Papaver Rhoeas 'Red Shirley') — these poppies thrive in full sun and well-drained soil

Shirley, Field Or Flanders Poppy (Papaver Rhoeas 'Red Shirley') — They're also known for their poignant symbolism, commemorating peace and remembrance

Shirley, Field Or Flanders Poppy (Papaver Rhoeas 'Red Shirley') — is a stunning annual that brings a bold splash of color to any landscape

Shirley, Field Or Flanders Poppy (Papaver Rhoeas 'Red Shirley') — commonly known as the Shirley

Shirley, Field Or Flanders Poppy (Papaver Rhoeas 'Red Shirley') — Blooms peak in late spring to early summer

Shirley, Field Or Flanders Poppy (Papaver Rhoeas 'Red Shirley') — It is particularly celebrated for its poignant history as a remembrance symbol for fallen

Shirley, Field Or Flanders Poppy (Papaver Rhoeas 'Red Shirley') — This poppy thrives in U.S

Shirley, Field Or Flanders Poppy (Papaver Rhoeas 'Red Shirley') — hardiness zones 2 to 8 and flourishes in full sun to partial shade

Shirley, Field Or Flanders Poppy (Papaver Rhoeas 'Red Shirley') — tissue-paper-like petals exhibit a radiant red hue

Shirley, Field Or Flanders Poppy (Papaver Rhoeas 'Red Shirley') — often with a hue of white or pink at the petal base

Shirley, Field Or Flanders Poppy (Papaver Rhoeas 'Red Shirley') — feature a distinctive dark center

Shirley, Field Or Flanders Poppy (Papaver Rhoeas 'Red Shirley') — adding a subtle contrast and depth to the flower's appearance

Shirley, Field Or Flanders Poppy (Papaver Rhoeas 'Red Shirley') — measuring up to 4 inches in diameter

Shirley, Field Or Flanders Poppy (Papaver Rhoeas 'Red Shirley') — They contribute to biodiversity by attracting various pollinators including bees

Shirley, Field Or Flanders Poppy (Papaver Rhoeas 'Red Shirley') — thus supporting the local ecosystem.<br><br>To ensure a season-long display

Shirley, Field Or Flanders Poppy (Papaver Rhoeas 'Red Shirley') — Sowing should occur when the risk of frost has passed

Shirley, Field Or Flanders Poppy (Papaver Rhoeas 'Red Shirley') — stagger plantings at 2- to 3-week intervals

Shirley, Field Or Flanders Poppy (Papaver Rhoeas 'Red Shirley') — Regular deadheading of spent flowers may prolong blooming

Shirley, Field Or Flanders Poppy (Papaver Rhoeas 'Red Shirley') — and soil temperatures reach approximately 60°F to 70°F

Shirley, Field Or Flanders Poppy (Papaver Rhoeas 'Red Shirley') — multi-colored and red flowers in the garden

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