Scientific Name
Meconopsis betonicifolia
Common Name
Blue poppy

Characteristics

Season
summer
Height
36-48 inches
Hardiness
USDA Hardiness Zone 7
Flower Color
blue, white, pink, yellow
Soil
moist, well drained slightly acidic soil
Exposure
shade
Propagation
seed
North Carolina Regions
Mountains
Comments
Upon seeing advertisements, most gardeners would like to grow Blue poppy, but their cultural requirements of cool temperatures, moist soils and perfect drainage in summer and winter usually cannot be achieved. Only recommended for mountain rock gardens; best in the Pacific northwest.
Origin
Himalayas, Asia, Western Europe

Prepared by: orginally by Alice B. Russell, retired Extension Specialist, NC State University
                     maintained and expanded by Erv Evans, Consumer Horticulturist, NC State University

Images: ©Alice B. Russell and Erv Evans

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