Meconopsis 'Mildred'
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A clump-forming perennial to around 1.5m in height, with rosettes of lance-shaped, pale green foliage which emerges early in the season, initially covered in brown hairs which become less noticable as the foliage matures. Stiff, upright stems of intense blue flowers with yellow stamens appear in the spring. Ideal for shadier locations in the garden
Scientific classification
- Species
- Meconopsis 'Mildred' (Meconopsis 'Mildred')
- Genus
- Meconopsis
- Family
- Papaveraceae
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- Toxicity
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Plant type
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- Height
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- Spread
- Deciduous
- Foliage
- Clump forming
- Habit
- Spring · Summer
- Season of interest
- Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of Meconopsis 'Mildred'
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of Meconopsis 'Mildred'
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Meconopsis 'Mildred' care guide
- Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
- Watering
- Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
Pruning
PruningCut back spent flower stems
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by division; this cultivar does not produce viable seed
Growing
GrowingGrow in dappled shade in humus rich, slightly acidic soil with good drainage and protection from drying winds. Thrives in areas with cool damp summers; best planted in soil that does not dry out in summer or get waterlogged in winter
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to downy mildews
Pests
May be susceptible to slugs, snails and aphids
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