Poppy Drama Queen

Command Attention with Poppy Drama Queen Flaming Red and Purple Blooms

Prepare for a show-stopping display with Poppy Drama Queen. True to its name, this open-pollinated annual boasts fun and flamboyant red petals that reach up to an impressive five inches across, each adorned with striking purple dollops in the center. With unfailing character and loud charisma, Poppy Drama Queen demands to be noticed in any garden setting. Upright stems proudly hold these large blooms for weeks throughout the summer.

Striking Red Flowers with Unique Purple Centers

The Poppy Drama Queen is instantly recognizable for its vibrant red petals that appear to flame outwards, creating a dynamic and eye-catching display. The addition of bold purple dollops in the center of each bloom adds a unique and artistic touch, making these flowers truly stand out.

Easy Direct Sow and Self-Sowing for Continuous Beauty

This Poppy Drama Queen is incredibly easy to grow by direct sowing in early spring, allowing it to establish itself in the cool soil. Once established, Drama Queen readily self-sows, ensuring its vibrant presence in your garden year after year with minimal effort. This makes it a fantastic choice for gardeners who appreciate low-maintenance beauty.

Versatile for Cut and Dried Flower Arrangements

Enjoy the bold beauty of Poppy Drama Queen both indoors and out. Its large, striking flowers make excellent additions to fresh cut flower arrangements. Additionally, the unique and decorative seed pods that form after flowering are perfect for incorporating into dried floral displays, extending the plant’s ornamental value well into the fall and winter.

Growing Information for a Dramatic Display

Life Cycle: Annual
Planting Season: Fall (for natural self-sowing) or Early Spring (direct sow)
Color: Red with purple centers
Growth Habit: Upright
Plant Height: 24 to 36 inches
Plant Characteristics: Attracts Bees, Attracts Pollinators, Easy to Grow & Maintain, Fast Growing, Cold Tolerant, Drought Tolerant, Heat Tolerant, Poor Soil Tolerant
Use: Cut Flower Garden, Dried Flowers
Seed Prep: Requires Light for germination
Sowing Method: Direct Sow (recommended)
Light Requirement: Full Sun

Sowing Instructions: Direct sow in early spring where poppies can establish themselves in cool soil. Choose a location in full sun. Sprinkle seeds thinly over the soil surface and lightly cover with 1/8 inch of soil. Keep the soil moist until seedlings emerge. For indoor starting, sow on the surface of a seed starting mix and gently press down; provide light for germination. Transplant carefully when seedlings are small, as poppies have a taproot that dislikes disturbance. Thin seedlings to 8-12 inches apart once they are established. Allow spent flowers to form seed pods for self-sowing.