<i>Papaver</i> (Oriental Group) 'Patty's Plum'
<i>Papaver</i> (Oriental Group) 'Patty's Plum'
<i>Papaver</i> (Oriental Group) 'Patty's Plum'
<i>Papaver</i> (Oriental Group) 'Patty's Plum'
<i>Papaver</i> (Oriental Group) 'Patty's Plum'
<i>Papaver</i> (Oriental Group) 'Patty's Plum'
<i>Papaver</i> (Oriental Group) 'Patty's Plum'
<i>Papaver</i> (Oriental Group) 'Patty's Plum'
<i>Papaver</i> (Oriental Group) 'Patty's Plum'
<i>Papaver</i> (Oriental Group) 'Patty's Plum'

Papaver (Oriental Group) 'Patty's Plum'

oriental poppy

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A really luscious oriental poppy with deep reddish-purple flowers in early summer and bristly, grey-green leaves. The silky, pleated petals...

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The sultry, willowy Patty is always earlier, flowering in the first week of May, and her unique brown-pink flowers need semi-shade - a hornbeam or green hazel backdrop sets her off Val Bourne - Garden Writer

Plant description

A really luscious oriental poppy with deep reddish-purple flowers in early summer and bristly, grey-green leaves. The silky, pleated petals of this popular cultivar have been compared to the faded silk of antique ball gowns.

Although the flowers of all oriental poppies are ephemeral, they are easy to grow and each plant will produce several flowers. If cut back after flowering, they may even produce a second flush.

Plant it in a sunny border as part of a cottage garden scheme, alongside grasses or late summer-flowering perennials, such as dahlias, which will provide interest when the plant has died back.

Papaver 'Patty's Plum' contrasts particularly well with silver foliage plants. It will need staking, as it has a tendency to sprawl.

Eventual height & spread

Eventual height and spread

Flowering period

  • Jan
  • Feb
  • Mar
  • Apr
  • May
  • Jun
  • Jul
  • Aug
  • Sep
  • Oct
  • Nov
  • Dec

Plant features

Position

Full sun

Rate of growth

Average

Soil

Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil

Hardiness

Fully hardy

How to care for Papaver (Oriental Group) Patty's Plum:

Plant in a sunny, well-drained spot, incorporating plenty of well-rotted manure or garden compost into the soil to improve fertility and structure.

Water well after planting, but avoid waterlogging, as these plants dislike excessive moisture, particularly in winter. A layer of mulch will help insulate the roots from extreme cold and retain soil moisture during the summer.

After flowering, the foliage often becomes tatty and can be cut back to encourage fresh new growth. This helps maintain a tidy appearance and can sometimes prompt a second flush of leaves. Combine this with watering during dry spells and applying a light mulch to support healthy regrowth.

Please note:

This perennial dies back to below ground level each year in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.

GOES WELL WITH

Prairie

Indulge a passion for ornamental grasses by creating a prairie- or meadow-style garden. They can be richly planted with native wildflowers or a selection of complementary perennials and self-seeding annuals to create a naturalistic planting effect.

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