Just a few decades ago, poppies decorated almost any flower bed, winning the hearts of all people passing by. Silky scarlet-red flowers certainly became gardeners’ “favorites” and the main reason for pride in their own garden. However, today few people dare to plant such exquisite and fascinating plants on their site. Among the fiery beauties, there are varieties that absolutely cannot be planted in Russia. In this regard, the choice of poppies should be taken seriously and responsibly.
Samoseyka
Self-sowing poppy is delightful for creating flower arrangements. It is best to plant the plant in sunny areas. With proper care, the variety can grow up to 80 cm in length and bloom pink-purple petals with a simple border. Landscape designers with great pleasure use poppy seeds to design gardens and plots.
The culture can grow on any soil, since it is a hardy, persistent and grateful plant. You can admire the lush poppy blossoms from early June until late autumn. Samoseyka is an ideal option for creating a Moorish lawn, an alpine slide or a flower bed in a natural style.
Modified
You can diversify the design of the site and add bright accents using a modified poppy.The flower has a rich crimson color with a black core, so it will fit harmoniously into any flower garden. This variety prefers bright and spacious areas, but can also grow in the shade of trees or shrubs. Growing the plant will not cause any trouble and will delight you with its beautiful blooms.
The modified poppy is suitable for gardeners who prefer a natural, rustic or Scandinavian garden design style. You can complement the ensemble with tulips, irises or phlox.
Holostalked
Holostem poppy is an exclusively ornamental plant of snow-white, yellow or orange color. The inflorescences of the variety can be either simple or double. This variety is loved by gardeners for its long flowering. You can enjoy all the hypnotic and mysterious beauty of the plant from spring until the first frost.
It is best to plant the bare-stem variety immediately in a permanent place, since this poppy does not like frequent transplants. The flower is unpretentious in care and easily tolerates drought, frost and flooding with melt water. For the crop to become the main attraction of the flower bed, it is enough to regularly water the flower and periodically loosen the soil.
Peacock
Peacock poppy is a true beauty among flowers. The culture looks amazing in single or group plantings. To create a harmonious and attractive flower bed, the crop can be supplemented with wildflowers. The classic tandem is red poppies and sky-blue cornflowers.
The larger the flowerbed, the more impressive the planted composition will ultimately look. The peacock variety prefers sunny areas and does not require special care.
Poppies are stunning flowers that not only experienced but also novice gardeners can grow. This crop can become a stunning decoration for a site, as it has highly decorative properties and a unique appearance.
