Meconopsis ludlowii

Meconopsis ludlowii

Native to:
India

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Taxonomy

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

Growth Characteristics

Height:
150 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Months:
jun,jul
Bloom Colors:
blue

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees

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 and keep cool.

Source: deepseek-v4-flash

ORGHPS Germination Guide: Start in soilless peat-based mix

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society