Papaver 'Shasta'
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A perennial poppy, to 90cm high, with bristly stems and finely divided, hairy green leaves. In late spring to early summer, large, cup-shaped flowers are produced, with ruffled, near white petals flushed with pale rose at the base, and a striking dark purple centre
Scientific classification
- Species
- Papaver 'Shasta' (Papaver 'Shasta')
- Genus
- Papaver
- Family
- Papaveraceae
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- Toxicity
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Plant type
- 0.5-1 metres
- Height
- 0.5-1 metres
- Spread
- Deciduous
- Foliage
- Bushy · Columnar upright
- Habit
- Spring · Summer
- Season of interest
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of Papaver 'Shasta'
Distribution map
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of Papaver 'Shasta'
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Papaver 'Shasta' care guide
- Consistently moist soil during leaf growth, cut water post-bloom period
- Watering
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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Watering
Consistently moist soil during leaf growth, cut water post-bloom period
Fertilizing
FertilizingWeak flowering poppy feed biweekly before flower bud formation stage
Pruning
PruningCut spent flowering stems back to the ground, cut back foliage as it fades
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by division in spring, or by root cuttings in late autumn and early winter
Growing
GrowingWill 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)
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to downy mildews, powdery mildews, fungal wilts and verticillium wilt
Pests
May be susceptible to aphids
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