Poppy – Classic – Guide & Ordering

Classic poppies. Perfect in a bouquet, as a gift or when you want to impress without any fuss.

Poppy – Classic Orange Beauty

Poppy Classic is a timeless flower that brightens any room with its warm, orange hue. This classic variety of poppy (Papaver rhoeas) is known for its simple yet elegant appearance with large, silky petals. Poppy Classic is perfect when you want to create a striking visual effect without the flower being demanding or complicated. The orange colour makes Poppy Classic a natural choice for autumn bouquets, but this beautiful flower works equally well year-round for those who appreciate natural beauty.

Easy to Grow and Maintain

Poppy Classic is a wonderfully low-maintenance flower that requires minimal effort. It thrives excellently in sunshine and needs only a little water to flourish – this makes Poppy Classic an excellent choice if you don't have much time or experience with flower growing. The flower reaches a moderate height of approximately 40 centimetres, which makes Poppy Classic both practical and proportionate in most arrangements. Autumn is the ideal time to grow Poppy Classic, but with proper care you can enjoy this flower during other seasons too.

Perfect Vase Flower for Your Home

Poppy Classic stays fresh in the vase for approximately five days, giving you plenty of time to enjoy its beauty. One of Poppy Classic's main advantages is that the flower is fragrance-free – this means you can decorate even sensitive environments without worrying about strong scents. Poppy Classic works beautifully in modern bouquets alongside other summer flowers or as an elegant solo display in a simple vase. The orange colour of Poppy Classic creates warmth and vitality in your interior.

Send Poppy Classic as a Gift

Poppy Classic is a wonderful gift when you want to impress without going to too much effort. This flower communicates something important through its simplicity and natural elegance – perfect for showing appreciation, offering congratulations or simply surprising someone you care about. With Poppy Classic, the recipient receives a flower that is both visually striking and practical to have at home. Poppy Classic proves you don't need to spend a fortune to give something meaningful and beautiful.

Quick facts – Poppy – Classic

Colour
red
Latin name
Papaver rhoeas
Type
wildflower
Flowering
june-august
Light
full sun
Water
low
Height
30-70 cm
Vase life
3-5 days
Scent
none
Toxic to pets
yes
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FAQ about Poppy – Classic

What kind of soil suits poppies best?
Field poppies thrive in well-drained soil with a neutral to slightly alkaline pH. They manage on poor soil and do best in an open, sunny spot. The most important thing is to avoid wet, poorly drained ground.
How often should poppies be watered?
Established poppies need very little water and cope well with drought. Keep the soil evenly moist while the seed germinates, then water only in very dry spells.
Can poppies be transplanted?
Poppies have a long taproot and dislike being moved, so it is best to sow them where they are to flower. Sow thinly on the soil surface in spring or autumn, as the seeds need light to germinate, and thin out the seedlings.
Which pests and diseases can affect poppies?
Poppies are generally very trouble-free. Rot can occur in wet soil, and aphids sometimes appear without doing serious damage to healthy plants. Downy mildew can occasionally appear in damp weather.
Can poppies be used as cut flowers?
Yes, if you pick them while still in tight bud, just as the colour shows. Sear the cut end of the stem in boiling water for a few seconds or over a flame to seal in the milky sap, and they will last a few days in the vase.

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