Planting and Growing Papaver 'Shasta'
| Care difficulty | 2 / 5 |
|---|---|
| Watering schedule | Consistently moist soil during leaf growth, cut water post-bloom period |
| Sunlight requirements | Full sun · Partial shade |
| Ideal temperature | Information to be completed |
| Soil type | Chalk · Clay · Loam · Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid · Alkaline · Neutral |
| Soil moisture | Moist but well drained · Well drained |
| Fertilizing | Weak flowering poppy feed biweekly before flower bud formation stage |
| Toxicity | Information to be completed |
How to Water Papaver 'Shasta'?
Consistently moist soil during leaf growth, cut water post-bloom period
Learn more →What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Papaver 'Shasta'?
Full sun · Partial shade
Learn more →What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for Papaver 'Shasta'?
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Learn more →What Soil Is Best for Papaver 'Shasta'?
- Soil type
- Chalk · Clay · Loam · Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid · Alkaline · Neutral
What Are the Moisture Requirements for Papaver 'Shasta'?
Moist but well drained · Well drained
Learn more →How to Fertilize Papaver 'Shasta'?
Weak flowering poppy feed biweekly before flower bud formation stage
Learn more →How to Prune Papaver 'Shasta'?
Cut spent flowering stems back to the ground, cut back foliage as it fades
Learn more →How to Propagate Papaver 'Shasta'?
Propagate by division in spring, or by root cuttings in late autumn and early winter
Learn more →How to Transplant Papaver 'Shasta'?
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Learn more →How to Care for Papaver 'Shasta' in Winter?
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Learn more →How to Plant Papaver 'Shasta'?
Will thrive in most soils, as long as there is good drainage, but a moderately fertile, humus-rich soil that is not too acidic is ideal. Position in full sun and provide support, as stems can flop after heavy rain (see staking: perennials)
Learn more →How to Repot Papaver 'Shasta'?
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Learn more →How to Harvest Papaver 'Shasta'?
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Learn more →Common Pests & Diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to downy mildews, powdery mildews, fungal wilts and verticillium wilt
Pests
May be susceptible to aphids
Explore the plant health library →The Toxicity of Papaver 'Shasta'
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