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Papaver 'Picotee'
Papaver 'Picotee'
Papaver 'Picotee'
Papaver 'Picotee'
Papaver 'Picotee'
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Papaver 'Picotee'

"Oriental poppy"

Papaver 'Picotee'

1 bare root — £5.95

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Orders placed before 1 March 2025
You can expect your order in February/March 2025

Orders placed 1 March - 15 April 2025
You can expect your order in March/April 2025

Orders placed 16 April - 15 May 2025
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Description

Oriental poppies are grown for their radiant displays of huge, satin-like flowers in late spring and early summer. These days they come in a huge range of colours too, and it is delighted to offer Papaver 'Picotee', which is set apart from the rest. In general, Papaver 'Picotee' refers to a flower whose edge is a different colour to the base colour, and this is certainly the case here. The unique flowers of this bicolour poppy are bowl-shaped, with creased petals that are predominantly creamy white. However, they possess an attractive, wide, orange-to-red margin. They surround a dark centre that really pops. There is nothing else like it.  

The large flowers of Papaver orientale 'Picotee' start appearing in May, and continue throughout July, held on sturdy stems above finely cut hairy leaves. This cultivar is also marginally taller than most other poppies, at around 70-80cm in height. For best results, grow Papaver 'Picotee' in well-drained soil, in a position in full sun. And finally, remember that most poppies are known for attracting bees; the flowers are nectar- and pollen-rich. 

Key features

  • Good for cutting

  • Comes back every year

  • Attractive to wildlife

  • Loved by pollinators

  • Thrives well in full sun

  • In peat-free compost

  • Low maintenance

  • RHS Award (AGM)

  • Fully hardy

  • Rodent resistant

Specs & details

  • Botanical name

    Papaver orientale 'Picotee'

  • Flower colour

    Cream, orange, red

  • Plant size

    1

  • Established height

    50-70cm

  • Established spread

    20-30cm

  • Plant spacing

    10 plants per m2

  • Leaf colour

    Green

  • Habit

    Upright
    Clump-forming

  • Life cycle

    Perennial

  • Hardiness

    Fully hardy

  • Years to establish

    1-2 years

  • Sunlight

    Full sun
    Partial shade

  • Position

    Sheltered

  • Suitable for

    Large containers
    Borders
    Gravel gardens
    Wildlife gardens
    Cottage gardens
    Low maintenance gardens
    Cut flower gardens

  • Soil acidity

    Any

  • Soil moisture

    Free draining

  • Soil type

    Loam
    Sandy
    Stony
    Multipurpose compost
    Loam-based compost

  • RHS Award (AGM)

    Yes

  • Growing skill

    Easy to grow

  • Scented

    No

  • Pollinator-friendly

    Yes

  • Mouse resistant

    Yes

  • Rabbit resistant

    Yes

  • Deer resistant

    Yes

  • Toxicity

    No report

Plant calendar

JanFebMarAprMayJuneJulyAugSepOctNovDec
  • Planting
  • Flowering

Useful information

    • Soak your Papaver 'Picotee' roots in water for 3-6 hours prior to planting.

    • Plant your "Oriental poppy" bare roots into temporary pots with a multipurpose compost in spring and grow-on in a sheltered spot outdoors.

    • Choose a pot which comfortably fits the bare roots. Some have a noticeable crown which should be just below the soil surface with any top growth exposed.

    • Plant out into borders or permanent containers in late spring or early summer once in full growth. Choose a position in sun or shade depending on the variety.

    Read all planting & care instructions

  • Orders placed before 1 March 2025
    You can expect your order in Feb/March 2025

    Orders placed 1 March - 15 April 2025
    You can expect your order in April 2025

    Orders placed 16 April - 15 May 2025
    You can expect your order within 10 business days

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Poppies in 60 seconds

Growing on long, straight and strong stems, perennial oriental poppies make an easy-going addition to the garden or plot. Get these clump-forming Papaver plants in the ground in a sunny position and they will treat you to a generous supply of stems every year in early summer!
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