plume poppy 'Spetchley Ruby'

How to Grow and Care for plume poppy 'Spetchley Ruby'

plume poppy 'Spetchley Ruby' · Macleaya microcarpa 'Spetchley Ruby'

Best in a deep, moderately fertile soil that is moist but well-drained, but will tolerate most soils. It needs plenty of space and has the potential to become a nuisance on sandy soils. For the best foliage, provide shelter from cold winds; likes sun but tolerates partial shade

Watering: Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterloggingSunlight: Full sun · Partial shadeInformation to be completed

Planting and Growing plume poppy 'Spetchley Ruby'

plume poppy 'Spetchley Ruby'
Care difficulty2 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterlogging
Sunlight requirementsFull sun · Partial shade
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Soil typeChalk · Clay · Loam · Sand
Soil pHAcid · Alkaline · Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well drained
FertilizingBalanced feed in spring and light repeat in growth season
ToxicityInformation to be completed
Care Tips

Best in a deep, moderately fertile soil that is moist but well-drained, but will tolerate most soils. It needs plenty of space and has the potential to become a nuisance on sandy soils. For the best foliage, provide shelter from cold winds; likes sun but tolerates partial shade

How to Water plume poppy 'Spetchley Ruby'?

Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterlogging

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for plume poppy 'Spetchley Ruby'?

Full sun · Partial shade

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for plume poppy 'Spetchley Ruby'?

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What Soil Is Best for plume poppy 'Spetchley Ruby'?

Soil type
Chalk · Clay · Loam · Sand
Soil pH
Acid · Alkaline · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for plume poppy 'Spetchley Ruby'?

Moist but well drained

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How to Fertilize plume poppy 'Spetchley Ruby'?

Balanced feed in spring and light repeat in growth season

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How to Prune plume poppy 'Spetchley Ruby'?

Cut down to the base in late autumn

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How to Propagate plume poppy 'Spetchley Ruby'?

Propagate by division in late autumn or spring, by softwood cuttings in early summer, or by root cuttings in winter

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How to Transplant plume poppy 'Spetchley Ruby'?

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How to Care for plume poppy 'Spetchley Ruby' in Winter?

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How to Plant plume poppy 'Spetchley Ruby'?

Best in a deep, moderately fertile soil that is moist but well-drained, but will tolerate most soils. It needs plenty of space and has the potential to become a nuisance on sandy soils. For the best foliage, provide shelter from cold winds; likes sun but tolerates partial shade

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How to Repot plume poppy 'Spetchley Ruby'?

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How to Harvest plume poppy 'Spetchley Ruby'?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

May be susceptible to grey moulds

Pests

May be susceptible to slugs

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The Toxicity of plume poppy 'Spetchley Ruby'

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More General Info About plume poppy 'Spetchley Ruby'

Attributes of plume poppy 'Spetchley Ruby'

Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
Height1.5-2.5 metres
Spread1-1.5 metres
FoliageDeciduous
HabitClump forming · Bushy
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Scientific Classification

Species
Macleaya microcarpa 'Spetchley Ruby'
Genus
Macleaya
Family
Papaveraceae
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