Meconopsis bella

Meconopsis bella

Native to:
China | India | Nepal

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Papaveraceae
Genus:
Meconopsis
Species:
Meconopsis bella

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
30 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Months:
jun,jul,aug
Bloom Colors:
blue, purple

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees
Deer Resistant:
Yes

Source: deepseek-v4-flash

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Germination Time:
21–60 days
Notes:
Seeds require cold stratification for 4-8 weeks; surface sow on moist, well-drained medium.

Source: deepseek-v4-flash

ORGHPS Germination Guide: Start in soilless peat-based mix

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society