Swan's Down Poppy poppy

Papaver somniferum 'Swans Down Poppy'

AnnualPapaveraceae

Swan's Down Poppy poppy
Drought tolerantEdible
USDA zones5 to 5
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
Size2 to 3 feet tall

Garden uses

BorderContainerCottage garden

Attracts

ButterfliesBees

Notes

'Swan's Down Poppy' poppy (Papaver somniferum 'Swan's Down Poppy') is an annual for borders, containers, and cottage gardens. It handles cool weather and a light frost. This plant likes full sun. It grows 24 to 36 inches tall, so it works well toward the middle or back of a bed. It handles dry spells well once it settles in. Bees and butterflies visit the flowers, which makes it a good choice for a garden that supports pollinators.

Pairs well with Clary sage, Blazing star, and Summer savory.