Wild poppy, also known as corn poppy or poppy, is definitely suitable for the garden and is not just a “weed”. If it doesn't come into your garden on its own, you can help with targeted sowing or purchasing young plants.
How do you plant corn poppies correctly?
To plant corn poppies successfully, choose a warm, sunny location with well-drained, nutrient-poor soil. Plant in March or April and make sure the planting hole is deep enough. Water sparingly and combine with other bright flower types.
The best time to plant corn poppies is in March or April. If you want to transplant poppies from outside, then dig up the perennials deep enough because the poppies form long taproots. The planting hole must be appropriately deep. You may want to take advantage of this opportunity to share your plants. For purchased plants, the planting hole depends on the root ball.
The right location
Sunny and warm – that’s how the poppy likes it best. Feel free to plant this poppy in the blazing sun; it will thank you with bright flowers. He doesn't like shadows at all. Since the individual flowers do not last long, poppies should not stand alone. Other plants then close the gaps when the poppy withdraws after flowering.
If you plant poppies in different places in your garden, you can always enjoy the red dots in your garden during the flowering period from May to July. Corn poppies harmonize well with other bright flowers such as delphiniums or irises, but also with the classic cornflower.
The best soil
The ideal soil for corn poppies is permeable and nutrient-poor. If you have firm garden soil, you can loosen it up with a little sand. In this way you also make the soil a little leaner. If the poppy receives too many nutrients, it will grow taller but will not produce such beautiful flowers. In addition, poppy seeds can only be watered a little, they prefer it dry.
The most important planting tips:
- If possible, sow straight away at the final location
- Location warm and dry
- nutrient-poor soil
- Dig planting hole deep enough
- If possible, do not damage the roots
Tips & Tricks
The individual poppy plants only bloom for a few days. If you want to enjoy it for longer, plant lots of plants.
