Papaver arenarium

Papaver arenarium

Native to:
Iran | Iraq | Kazakhstan | North Caucasus | Russia | Transcaucasus | Türkiye | Turkmenistan

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Papaveraceae
Genus:
Papaver
Species:
Papaver arenarium

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
40 cm
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Colors:
red

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees
Deer Resistant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Germination Time:
14–28 days
Notes:
Seeds germinate best after cold stratification; surface sow on well-drained medium and keep moist.

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