Papaver orientale 'Prince of Orange'

Prince of Orange Oriental Poppy

  • 3-4" orange flowers with contrasting black centers
  • Deep green, sandpapery foliage
  • Blooms mid May through June
  • Looks great in groups

Purchase options for Prince of Orange Oriental Poppy

  • Size: 1 Gallon -
  • Status: Sheared and/or Dormant
  • Availability: Online

$22.00

Success Starts With Soil

Aptly named, this poppy is certifiable garden royalty with monstrous 3-4" diameter orange flowers with starkly contrasting black centers. Big, fat buds rise above deep green, sandpapery rough basal foliage and open up to an unforgettable color show from mid-May through June. Group a few together and get ready to "oooh and aaah"!

Foliage Color
• Green
Flower Color
• Orange
Season of Interest (Flowering)
• Late Spring
• Early Summer
Growing Tips for Papaver orientale ''Prince of Orange''

Divide in fall every 3-5 years. Summer dormancy. Rounded growth habit. Prefers a well-drained, loamy soil in full sun. Dies back after flowering so interplant with other perennials.