{"product_id":"ornamental-opium-poppy-mixed-colour","title":"Ornamental Poppy Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eOrnamental poppy (decorative opium poppy) is a classic plant that brings a spectacular and colorful touch to the summer garden. With its large, wavy flowers in a varied palette of pinks, purples, reds, and whites, this poppy is ideal as a star plant in sunny flowerbeds and borders. Although historically associated with medicinal uses, this variety is cultivated primarily for its decorative aspect. Easy to grow and drought-resistant once established, it self-seeds naturally and returns year after year. Its very decorative seed pods add sculptural interest to the garden and can be used in dried bouquets or craft projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere to grow ornamental poppy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis plant grows well in zones 3 to 9. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is ideal for wildflower gardens, pollinator-friendly beds, and ornamental borders. Direct sowing is recommended, as poppies do not tolerate transplanting well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistory and traditional uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePoppies have been cultivated for thousands of years for their aesthetic and medicinal qualities. Although ornamental varieties are selected for the beauty of their flowers and capsules rather than their alkaloid content, opium poppies have long held cultural significance in art, traditional medicine, and folklore. Today, ornamental types are mainly valued for their spectacular flowers and unique seed pods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInformation for Canadian zones\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eZones 8-9: Sow directly in early spring or late fall for continuous flowering.\u003cbr\u003eZones 5-7: Sow outdoors as soon as the soil can be worked in spring; re-sow in fall for the following season.\u003cbr\u003eZones 3-4: Sow in early spring and mulch lightly to protect young plants from frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2106\" data-start=\"1800\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/7841\/5473\/files\/Plant_Hardiness.png?v=1734491528\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to grow and harvest ornamental poppy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow directly in early spring; scatter seeds lightly and press gently onto the soil without burying them deeply.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water moderately once plants are established; poppies prefer dry conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pick seed pods once they are completely dry on the stem, for decorative use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thin seedlings to prevent overcrowding; little maintenance needed after establishment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTips for harvesting seeds for future supply\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting pods:\u003c\/strong\u003e Let the pods dry completely on the plant.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOpening and extraction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut the pods and shake to release the seeds into a container.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrying and storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Make sure the seeds are completely dry before storing them in an airtight container.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLabeling and storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store in a cool, dark place; seeds remain viable for 3 to 5 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertified organic by\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIslands Organic Producers Association (Certificate #1962)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Metchosin Farm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53644640354672,"sku":"MF-FLOWER-058","price":5.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0969\/0801\/8032\/files\/Ornamental_Opium_Poppy_Mixed_Colour.webp?v=1776548737","url":"https:\/\/www.biocos.ca\/en-southamerica\/products\/ornamental-opium-poppy-mixed-colour","provider":"Biocos Canada ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}