Scarlet Peony Poppy poppy
Papaver somniferum 'Scarlet Peony Poppy'

USDA zones6 to 6
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
Size2 to 3 feet tall
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'Scarlet Peony Poppy' (Papaver somniferum 'Scarlet Peony Poppy') is an annual for borders and containers. It shrugs off cool spells and light frost, though a hard freeze will damage it. This plant likes full sun. It grows 24 to 36 inches tall, so it works well in the middle of a border. The plant is drought tolerant, which makes it a good pick for dry spots and pots. Butterflies and bees visit the flowers.
Pairs well with Fountain grass, Summer savory, and Evelyn rose.