Poppy Brilliant

The classic orientale poppy with large bright scarelt-red flowers and jet black centre, standing out from borders. Height: 80cm (32") Hardy perennial - orientale type CAUTION: HARMFUL IF EATEN! WHEN TO SOW February to June or September and October WHERE TO SOW Under cover sow seeds onto the surface of a good free draining seed compost. Do not cover the seed as light helps germination. Place at a temperature of 15°C (60°F) until after germination which usually takes 10-21 days. WHEN TO TRANSPLANT Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle into pots and grow on until larger. Gradually acclimatise plants to cooler conditions for a few weeks before planting out in a cold frame 30cm (12") apart. Later sowings should be overwintered in a cold frame for planting out the following spring. Flowers May to July the following year. HANDY TIP the large vibrant blooms are perfect planted in a border of hot colours.