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Start Poppy seeds for a treasured garden flower that is native to the Himalayan region of Asia. Also called Tibetan Blue Poppy, these perennial Poppies prefer a cool, moist, shady place to grow. The Himalayan Blue Poppy has large delicate petals held in a cup shape.
Originating from the lush, mountainous regions of south-eastern Tibet, this almost magical plant requires a cool, sheltered position in order to perform. However, the trick with this particular plant is to prepare its seed prior to sowing.
Meconopsis grandis (Tibetan Poppy) is a short-lived perennial boasting large, slightly nodding, cup-shaped, deep blue flowers, 4-5 in. wide (10-12 cm), with contrasting golden stamens and a short ivory-white style.
The true form of the Himalayan Blue Poppy! The large flowers have silky rich-blue petals, and a large golden eye. Stems are very strong, and leaves are interestingly hairy! These seeds are reliable germinators as long as they are given cool temperatures (see germination instructions below).
10 lip 2024 · With the right conditions, blue poppies will self-seed, and this makes them a good choice for temperate meadow, informal, or cottage gardens. They are often planted under tree canopies as they thrive in moist and filtered light environments.
This amazing plant forms clumps of hairy sage green leaves. Then strong 60cm. stems rise bearing heads of the gorgeous poppies in spring and summer. Treasures for the shade
Sometimes referred to as ‘Tibetan Blue’, the famous and elusive Himalayan Blue Poppy is an exceptionally attractive perennial plant that is ideally suited for the shade garden. Growing 90-120 cm tall and producing beautiful 8 to 10 cm silky blooms, they thrive in shade, acid soil and cool, humid conditions.
