Poppy Double Cream
$4.49
Papaver Paeoniflorum
- Seed Count 2000
- Prolific Self Sower
- Annual
- Height 80 cm
In stock
Description
In the vast tapestry of garden blooms, few flowers command the quiet reverence of the Poppy Double Cream with its sumptuous layers of silken petals. Each flower unfurls to reveal densely packed, soft, white, ruffled petals that measure a generous 8–10 centimeters across, perched atop slender, silver-green stems.
Unlike the fleeting single-petalled poppies, this double-form variety offers a longer display, its flowers lingering like sculpted ornaments before yielding to the iconic seed pods. These pods, plump and lantern-shaped, add architectural interest long after the petals have faded, their muted grey-green tones a subtle nod to the plant’s lifecycle. The seed pods are a treasure trove for craft-inclined gardeners. The dried pods become raw material for wreaths, rustic bouquets, or seasonal décor.
Its robust nature makes it a resilient, low-fuss plant, while its aesthetic versatility suits both cottage gardens and modern, minimalist landscapes. Pair it with deep purple salvias for a classic contrast, or let it drift among native grasses for a meadow-inspired vibe.
It’s worth noting that these seeds, while abundant, are intended solely for cultivation. Unlike their culinary poppy relatives, the Double Cream’s value lies in its ornamental legacy.
| Method: Sow direct or seedlings | Soil Temp: 10°C - 25°C |
| Cool Mountain: Nov - Dec | Position: Full Sun |
| Arid: Aug - Jan | Row Spacing: 30 cm |
| Temperate: Sep-Nov, Mar-Jun | Planting Depth: 3 mm |
| Sub Tropical: May - Oct | Harvest: 140 Days |
| Tropical: Jun - Aug | Plant Height: 60cm |
Order Times
Seed orders are normally dispatched within three business days. You will receive an email when seeds are mailed out.
Postage Days
Seeds are mailed out Monday to Friday at 1pm. Except for the Friday of long weekends.
Postage Times
WA 2-3 Days: SA,NT 3-5 Days: NSW, ACT, QLD, VIC: 5-7 Days
Carrier
We use Australia Post Letter Postage for the majority of orders
Not only are our seeds packed in recycled paper envelopes, we keep the theme going when we post out website orders. To protect your seeds from moisture and the letter box munchers (snails), we use a very special plastic free material made from plants. They are then put into recycled mailing envelopes. Green all the way 💚🌿
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