Papaver orientale ‘Patty’s Plum’
at Digging Dog
Poppy
Wielded by man since prehistoric times, Poppies have long been associated with sleep and oblivion, and after the First World War, the Flower of Forgetfulness ironically evolved into a symbol for remembrance. Generally distinguished by nodding buds, solitary fleeting flowers gracing long
stems, and decorative seed heads, these sun-lovers appreciate a lean, well drained and somewhat dry position. Papaver orientale ‘Patty’s Plum’ 
Initially discovered as a chance seedling on the compost pile at Patricia Marrow’s Somerset nursery, this gorgeous Papaver is celebrated for its huge, uniquely colored plum wine flowers. The 5 to 6 in. wide elegant blooms showcase dark black blotches at the base of each papery petal and a blackberry-hued ring, which encompasses an ornate gold and maroon knobby boss. Splashing saturated color across the summer border or an arrangement, the opulent display is supported by serrated grayish green leaves.
Blooms June. Size: 2-1/2' high x 20" wide; hardy to zone 3. Papaver orientale ‘Patty’s Plum’ (p-1532)
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