Minus icon Plant Type Perennials
Minus icon Height Short 12"
Minus icon Spacing Plant 8-12" apart
Minus icon Bloom Time Early Summer to Late Summer
Minus icon Sun / Shade Full Sun
Minus icon Growing Zones 2-8
Minus icon Soil Type Normal
Minus icon Water Needs Medium
Minus icon Sold In Plantable Pots (3.5x3.5x4")
Papaver nudicaule 'Pulcinella Mixed Colors'
Papaver nudicaule are fragrant flowers that resemble silky crepe paper. Full range of vibrant colors, blooming their first year. Reliably perennial in the North. Also known as Oreomecon nudicaulis. Perfect for rock gardens, cottage gardens, mixed border fronts, or containers. Excellent cut flower for fresh arrangements.
Papver nudicale grows best in organically rich, moderately fertile, evenly moist, well-drained soils in full sun. Good drainage is a must. Thrives in climates with cool summer temperatures (day and night) and may struggle in hot and humid conditions. Will appreciate some light afternoon shade in hot summer climates. Bloom production may decrease as temperatures rise. Removing faded flowers will encourage more buds to form. Self-seeds freely, deadhead to prevent seed set. Avoid watering too much or too little. Water near the soil to prevent damaging delicate blooms. For long lasting cut flowers, harvest just as buds crack open. Division is difficult due to a long taproot. When foliage declines it can be cut back. New leaves in late summer/fall should be left for winter. Like all Poppies, all parts of this plant are likely to be poisonous.
Our plants are grown in 3.5x3.5x4” plantable pots. Made from 100% biodegradable coconut husk fibers (coir), these pots have tremendous advantages over plastic pots. With better air exchange, this "breathable" pot fosters robust root growth and reduces transplant shock since you can plant the pots directly in the ground. The pot naturally becomes part of the soil on its own over time—no composting required—and since they're made from a renewable resource that requires very little energy, they're earth-friendly too!
We offer a 100% guarantee for all our perennials to reach you in good condition and to grow. If you're not satisfied, we'll reship or refund immediately. Please don't hesitate to contact us if you have questions or concerns—we share your passion for gardening and want your new plants to thrive in your border!
We use custom, earth-friendly packaging to make sure your order arrives in great condition, and we ship based on the best planting time for your growing zone (see the approximate dates below), unless otherwise indicated at checkout. If you wish, you can indicate a specific ship date during checkout.
