Poppy ‘American Legion’ (Papaver rhoeas) – 2000 Seeds

Create dramatic, eye-catching displays with Poppy American Legion, featuring bright blooms with striking white centers. Perfect for drifts, cottage borders, or as a filler in mixed plantings, this hardy annual adds bold colour with minimal effort.

Key Features

• Easy to Grow – Hardy annual, ideal for beginners

• Dramatic Blooms – Bright petals with white centers for a striking effect

• Perfect for Borders & Drifts – Adds colour and texture to mixed plantings

• Winter Protection Recommended – Cloche or light covering helps seedlings survive cold weather

Growing Details

• Botanical Name: Papaver rhoeas

• Height: Approx. 60 cm (24 in)

• Plant Class: Hardy Annual (HA)

• Position: Full sun

• Seeds Per Pack: 2000

Sowing & Care

• Sow 0.5 cm deep in well-drained soil, outdoors or in trays for transplanting

• Germination: 10–14 days

• Space seedlings 20–25 cm apart

• Deadhead to prolong flowering or allow self-seeding for next year

Poppy American Legion is ideal for gardeners seeking bold, colourful, and easy-to-grow flowers with classic appeal for borders and wildflower-style plantings.