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Papaver Somniferum Hens and Chickens Seeds for Planting – Unique Multi-Pod Poppy Blooms

Papaver Somniferum Hens and Chickens Seeds for Planting – Unique Multi-Pod Poppy Blooms

$16.89 USD
$16.89 USD
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How to Sow and Plant

Sow seeds directly in prepared soil during cool season
Do not transplant; poppies prefer direct sowing.
Scatter seeds lightly and press into soil surface.
Do not cover deeply; light aids germination.
Germination occurs in 10–20 days.

How to Grow

Grow in full sun for best flowering.
Water lightly but regularly; avoid waterlogging.
Use well-drained soil with moderate fertility.
Thin seedlings to allow airflow and healthy growth.
Minimal fertilization required.

Tips

Best sown in winter for Indian climates.
Allow seed pods to dry for decorative use.
Avoid heavy mulching after germination.

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Features
life-cycle

LIFE CYCLE

Annual

plant-characteristics

PLANT CHARACTERISTICS

Pastel Multi-pod

growth-habit

GROWTH HABIT

Upright branching herb

bloom-season

BLOOM SEASON

Winter

flavour-profile

FLAVOUR PROFILE

Ornamental

suitable-for

SUITABLE FOR

Outdoor

About
Papaver Somniferum Hens and Chickens Seeds for Planting – Unique Multi-Pod Poppy Blooms
seed-type

SEED TYPE

Non-GMO

plant-type

PLANT TYPE

Ornamental flower

Papaver Somniferum ‘Hens and Chickens’ is a unique ornamental poppy variety cherished for its unusual seed pod formation and classic floral elegance. After producing soft, elegant blooms, the plant develops a large central pod surrounded by smaller pods, creating striking visual interest. This variety is easy to grow, requires minimal care, and performs best in cool climates. Ideal for gardeners, collectors, and floral artists, it adds texture, charm, and heritage beauty to any garden space.

Planting information
planting-season

PLANTING SEASON

Winter

fruit-size

FRUIT SIZE

N/A

plant-height

PLANT HEIGHT

Tall

light-requirement

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

Full Sun

water-needs

WATER NEEDS

Moderate

hardiness-zones

HARDINESS ZONES

3–8

container-garden

CONTAINER GARDEN

No

plant-spacing

PLANT SPACING

Wide

planting-depth

PLANTING DEPTH

Surface

growing-conditions

GROWING CONDITIONS

Well-drained

Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
SEED COUNT
100
GTIN
036000104417