Marlene oriental poppy
Papaver orientale 'Marlene'
USDA zones3 to 8
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterHandles dry to moist soil
Size2 to 3 feet tall12 to 24 inches wide
- Growth rate
- Moderate
- Habit
- Clumping
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay, chalk
- Soil pH
- Acid, alkaline, neutral
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Marlene' oriental poppy (Papaver orientale 'Marlene') is a perennial for borders, cut flowers, and cottage gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full sun and dry to moist soil of most types. Bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and birds visit the blooms. Deer and rabbits tend to pass it by. This clumping plant reaches 24 to 36 inches tall and tolerates drought.
Pairs well with Ostfriesland sage, Lady's mantle, and Purple Sensation ornamental onion.