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Cherry Glow Poppy

A breadseed poppy (Papaver somniferum) strain that produces medium sized vibrant red flowers that reach up to three to four inches in diameter. Seed pods produce substantial amounts of black edible seeds. A great dual purpose culinary and ornamental variety.

Seeds are certified organic. Please note: the germination rate for bulk sizes is lower than anticipated for this crop. Lab germination tests show 60% - we have reduced the cost of the bulk sizes to reflect this diminished percentage.

Size: Packet: 250 seeds (0.1 gram), OG

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A breadseed poppy (Papaver somniferum) strain that produces medium sized vibrant red flowers that reach up to three to four inches in diameter. Seed pods produce substantial amounts of black edible seeds. A great dual purpose culinary and ornamental variety.

Seeds are certified organic. Please note: the germination rate for bulk sizes is lower than anticipated for this crop. Lab germination tests show 60% - we have reduced the cost of the bulk sizes to reflect this diminished percentage.

Common Name:
Cherry Glow Poppy
Scientific Name:
Papaver somniferum
Description:
Vibrant red flowers that reach up to four inches in diameter. Pods produce black edible seeds.
Plant Lifespan:
Annual
Cold Hardiness (F):
Zone 9b (25 to 30)
Light Requirements:
Full Sun (min. 6 hours a day)
Seed In:
Early Winter (Dec 21 - Jan 20), Mid Winter (Jan 21 - Feb 20), Late Winter (Feb 21 - Mar 20), Early Fall (Sep 22 - Oct 21), Mid Fall (Oct 22 - Nov 21), and Late Fall (Nov 22 - Dec 20)
Seeding Depth:
Surface
Days to Sprout:
7-21
Optimal Soil Temperature (F):
65-75
Plant Spacing:
12-18 in.
Plant Height:
3 ft.
Average Days from Seed to Harvest:
75-90

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