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Crimson Red Oriental Poppy
Papaver orientale 'Crimson Red'
Oriental Poppy
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This beautiful perennial blooms a bright red creating a lovely view for mid-spring. Striking red petals surround a black center making for an enticing look for early season pollinators.
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Plant facts
Good to know
- Attracts pollinators.
- Does well at higher elevations.
- Deer resistant.
- Good for cut flowers.
- Suitable for Utah Lake secondary water systems.
- Rabbit resistant.
Quick answers
How big does Crimson Red Oriental Poppy get?
About 30-36" tall and 30" wide at maturity.
How much sun does Crimson Red Oriental Poppy need?
Full Sun (6+ hours).
How much water does Crimson Red Oriental Poppy need?
Moderate water use.
Will Crimson Red Oriental Poppy grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 3, so it suits sites in zone 3 or warmer, which covers most of the region. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.
Is Crimson Red Oriental Poppy deer resistant?
Yes, deer usually leave it alone.
Where can I buy Crimson Red Oriental Poppy in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah carries it, but it is not available right now. You can join the waitlist to hear when it's back.
Can landscape contractors buy Crimson Red Oriental Poppy wholesale?
Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.
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