Papaver, Oriental Pizzicato
Papaver
$6.99
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Pizzicato Oriental Poppy puts on a breathtaking early summer show with enormous, bowl-shaped orange blooms marked with dramatic dark blotches at the center of each silky petal. The crinkled, richly saturated flowers can reach 4 to 5 inches across, creating a theatrical presence in the sunny border that stops visitors in their tracks. After bloom, the foliage dies back in summer—pair it with later-emerging perennials like ornamental grasses or coneflowers to fill the gap naturally. Resistant to deer, rabbits, and disease, it requires excellent drainage to thrive from year to year. A classic perennial for gardeners who appreciate bold, painterly drama in the garden.
Mature Height: 24 - 36"
Mature Spread: 18 - 24"
Sunlight Exposure: Sun
Water Needs: Moderate
Plant Profile
Papaver, Oriental Pizzicato
Sunlight Exposure
Sun
Water Needs
Moderate
Landscape Use
Border, Accent
Growth Rate
Moderate
Growth Shape
Upright
Flowering Season
Spring, Summer
Foliage Color
Green
Pest + Disease Resistance
Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Insect Resistant, Disease Resistant
Pollinator + Wildlife Support
Pollinator – Butterflies
Season of Interest
Spring, Summer
Fall Color
Green
Garden Performance & Beauty
Flowers for Cutting
Environmental Tolerances
Cold Tolerant
Winter Foliage
Deciduous