Love Cloud Shirley Poppy

Papaver rhoeas

Seeds per pack ~ 100   

Packed for 2026

DAYS TO MATURITY: 80 days 

The 'Love Cloud' Shirley Poppy (Papaver rhoeas) is a delicate and ornamental variety of the common field poppy, known for its soft, romantic aesthetic. Attracts Pollinators: Bees and butterflies love the nectar-rich flowers. Easily self-seeds, making it a great choice for naturalized gardens. Grows as an annual in most climates. Stunning in fresh-cut flower arrangements, though poppies have a shorter vase life unless properly conditioned.

Appearance: The flowers are large, ruffled, and semi-double to double blooms with a dreamy, cloud-like texture. The petals often display shades of soft pink, blush, and white, sometimes with subtle variations or a faintly darker center. Produces feathery, deeply lobed green leaves, typical of the Papaver rhoeas species. Typically grows between 18-30 inches (45-75 cm) tall. Blooms in spring through early summer, depending on climate and planting time.

Growing Conditions: Prefers full sun but can tolerate light shade. Plant in well-draining soil, rich in organic matter. Moderate watering; does well with occasional dry spells once established.