{"product_id":"shirley-poppy","title":"Shirley Poppy Seeds","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"671\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-end=\"23\" data-start=\"3\"\u003eShirley Poppy\u003c\/strong\u003e is a classic cottage garden flower, renowned for its delicate, paper-like blooms that appear early and continue to flower throughout the summer. A true romantic favourite, it offers a superb range of pastel hues including white, pink, red, and mauve, often marked with fine veins or contrasting edges. Ideal for pollinator gardens and ornamental borders, it sways gracefully in the wind and is easy to grow. Young plants transplant well and, once established, they reseed naturally year after year, creating magnificent waves of colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1077\" data-start=\"673\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"710\" data-start=\"673\"\u003eWhere to Grow Shirley Poppy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"713\" data-start=\"710\"\u003ePerfect for zones 3 to 9, Shirley Poppy prefers full sun and light, well-drained soil. Although drought-tolerant once established, it benefits from regular watering during hot spells. It is ideal for borders, wildflower mixes, cottage gardens, and cut flower beds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1471\" data-start=\"1079\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1115\" data-start=\"1079\"\u003eHistory and Traditional Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1118\" data-start=\"1115\"\u003eDeveloped in the 1880s from the wild European field poppy, the Shirley Poppy was selected for its wide range of pastel colours and the absence of a dark centre. It quickly became a highly prized ornamental plant in Victorian gardens and remains popular today for its delicate charm and long flowering season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1516\" data-start=\"1473\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1514\" data-start=\"1473\"\u003eCanadian Zone Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1818\" data-start=\"1517\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1614\" data-start=\"1517\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1534\" data-start=\"1519\"\u003eZones 8–9:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct sow in fall or early spring for early flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1685\" data-start=\"1615\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1632\" data-start=\"1617\"\u003eZones 5–7:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct sow in early spring after frosts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1818\" data-start=\"1686\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1703\" data-start=\"1688\"\u003eZones 3–4:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow directly in spring or start indoors then transplant carefully when young.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1614\" data-end=\"1875\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/7841\/5473\/files\/Plant_Hardiness.png?v=1734491528\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1872\" data-start=\"1820\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1872\" data-start=\"1820\"\u003eHow to Grow and Harvest Shirley Poppy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2345\" data-start=\"1874\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1971\" data-start=\"1874\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1887\" data-start=\"1876\"\u003eSowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow directly on the surface of prepared soil; press lightly without covering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2073\" data-start=\"1972\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1988\" data-start=\"1974\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep soil moist during germination; water lightly once established.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2208\" data-start=\"2074\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2089\" data-start=\"2076\"\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut flowers when half-open for bouquets; dry seed pods are ideal for decorative projects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2345\" data-start=\"2209\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2226\" data-start=\"2211\"\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deadhead spent flowers to prolong blooming or allow to go to seed to encourage natural reseeding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2388\" data-start=\"2347\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2388\" data-start=\"2347\"\u003eTips for Seed Harvesting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2770\" data-start=\"2390\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2505\" data-start=\"2390\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2423\" data-start=\"2392\"\u003eAllow to go to seed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Let some flowers form pods and dry on the plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2591\" data-start=\"2506\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2521\" data-start=\"2508\"\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut dry pods and shake out seeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2680\" data-start=\"2592\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2622\" data-start=\"2594\"\u003eDrying and Storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow seeds to dry completely before storing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2770\" data-start=\"2681\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2701\" data-start=\"2683\"\u003ePreservation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store in a cool, dry, dark place; viability 3 to 4 years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"2861\" data-start=\"2772\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2799\" data-start=\"2772\"\u003eCertified Organic by\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2802\" data-start=\"2799\"\u003eIslands Organics Producers Association (Certificate No. 1962)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Metchosin Farm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53644646089072,"sku":"MF-FLOWER-040","price":5.75,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0969\/0801\/8032\/files\/Shirley-Poppy_a201bbcd-6be5-4727-b22e-254835e4fa9f.jpg?v=1776549596","url":"https:\/\/www.biocos.ca\/en\/products\/shirley-poppy","provider":"Biocos Canada ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}