Himalayan blue poppy 'P.C. Abildgaard'
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A short-lived perennial about 1m tall, forming a rosette of oval, hairy leaves with toothed edges. In summer, erect, leafy stems bear a cluster of pure sky blue poppies with contrasting yellow stamens. The seed capsules, covered in bristly hairs, are decorative but contain no viable seed
Scientific classification
- Species
- Himalayan blue poppy 'P.C. Abildgaard' (Meconopsis 'P.C. Abildgaard')
- Genus
- Meconopsis
- Family
- Papaveraceae
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- Toxicity
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Plant type
- 1-1.5 metres
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- Deciduous
- Foliage
- Clump forming
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn
- Season of interest
- Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of Himalayan blue poppy 'P.C. Abildgaard'
Distribution map
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of Himalayan blue poppy 'P.C. Abildgaard'
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Himalayan blue poppy 'P.C. Abildgaard' care guide
- Even cool soil moisture, shelter roots from intense midday sunlight heat
- Watering
- Partial shade
- Sunlight
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Watering
Even cool soil moisture, shelter roots from intense midday sunlight heat
Fertilizing
FertilizingVery weak organic flower feed monthly only in spring growth season
Pruning
PruningCut down to the base in late autumn
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by division after flowering but can be short-lived
Growing
GrowingOnly suitable for particular sites: the soil needs to be neutral to slightly acid, moist but well-drained and enriched with leaf mould or humus to prevent stagnation; in a partially shaded site with shelter from cold, dry winds. Thrives in areas with cool damp summers
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be affected by a downy mildew
Pests
May be attacked by slugs and snails
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