FLOWER, Hungarian Blue Breadseed Poppy
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Hungarian Blue Breadseed Poppy Papaver somniferum
Seeds per pack ~ 100
Germination: 89%
DAYS TO MATURITY: 80-90 days
Originally cultivated in Hungary for its nutritious seeds, the Hungarian Breadseed Poppy is now prized by gardeners and chefs alike for its delicate pink and purple flowers, which bloom in late spring and early summer. The flowers give way to large, seed-filled pods that can be harvested and used for baking or cooking. In addition to its culinary uses.
PLANT DESCRIPTION: (Papaver somniferum) The Hungarian Breadseed Poppy is also an excellent ornamental plant that's sure to add color and interest to any garden. It's a tall, statuesque plant that can reach up to 4 feet in height, with long, slender stems and bright green foliage. But what really sets the Hungarian Breadseed Poppy apart is its unique fragrance. The flowers emit a sweet, musky scent that's both captivating and unforgettable, making it a popular choice for cut flower arrangements and perfumes.
The Hungarian Breadseed Poppy is also an excellent ornamental plant that's sure to add color and interest to any garden. It's a tall, statuesque plant that can reach up to 4 feet in height, with long, slender stems and bright green foliage. But what really sets the Hungarian Breadseed Poppy apart is its unique fragrance. The flowers emit a sweet, musky scent that's both captivating and unforgettable, making it a popular choice for cut flower arrangements and perfumes.
HISTORY: Originally cultivated in Hungary for its nutritious seeds, the Hungarian Breadseed Poppy is now prized by gardeners and chefs alike for its delicate pink and purple flowers, which bloom in late spring and early summer. The flowers give way to large, seed-filled pods that can be harvested and used for baking or cooking. In addition to its culinary uses.
GROWING TIPS: Annual. Germination: 60°F, light required. 6-10 days. Breadseed poppies do not like transplanting. Direct sow by surface sowing. As seedlings grow, thin to 24-36 inches apart.
