Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Papaveraceae

Genus:

Meconopsis

Species:

Meconopsis castanea

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

90 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Colors:

deep red, maroon

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

bees

Deer Resistant:

Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 28–42 days

Germination Time:

21–60 days

Notes:

Seeds require cold stratification for 4-6 weeks; surface sow and keep moist at 15-20°C after stratification.

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