Poppy, Lucille (Organic)
Papaver somniferum.
An impressively ruffled, bright red peony poppy with slight frosty edges that is sure to get your attention. Peony poppies are known for producing larger flowers that are fully double, and Lucille sports a poof of petals that seem unending. Our stock seed for this variety is from Wild Garden Seed, where it was isolated out of a mix of peony poppies. Named in honor of the one and only Lucille Ball, as suggested by Helen Dzubia. Strong stems grow to 4’. Tan seeds.
Direct sow no more than 1/8” deep in late fall to overwinter plants for early blooms, or early spring. Thin plants to 8-12.” A cool soil germinating species.
Germination: 10-20 days at 50°-70°F
Seed Saving
Collect seeds from pods that are fully dry. Shell by hand or by dancing, sift and winnow to clean. Finish air-drying if necessary before sealing in airtight container. Some cross-pollination may occur. Isolate from other varieties of the same species by ¼ mile.
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