Papaver (Poppy) 'Queen Alexandra'

Papaver orientale Oriental poppies are a large group of herbaceous perennials. They all feature large, colorful blooms featuring light, crepe-papery petals and large dark centers with stamens. Poppies appear in early spring and bloom in the cool spring months of April and May. They are fairly short lived, however their flowers are so large that its worth the short lifespan. Poppies are herbaceous: after they bloom and the weather turns hot, they will completely disappear into the ground until the next year. Its recommended that you plant late-blooming perennials, like Rudbeckia, Asters or Echinacea nearby to fill in the gaps they leave during summer. 'Queen Alexandra' features bright salmon blooms with dark centers and large dark stamens. Mature flowers reach 30 inches tall within the first few years. Differs slightly from 'Princess Victoria Louise' due to the fact that it's flowers are larger and taller.  Arrives to you in a quart-sized pot.