Heathered Grey Poppy Seeds (Papaver somniferum) – Rare ornamental poppy with soft grey-lavender blooms. Adds elegance to garden beds.

Minimum: 20+ Seeds

Introduce rare beauty to your flower beds with Heathered Grey Poppies, a striking variety of Papaver somniferum known for its ethereal grey-lavender petals. These blooms have a soft, almost smoky appearance, creating an atmosphere of mystery and sophistication in the garden.

A true collector’s poppy, this heirloom variety is prized for its unique coloration and classic, papery texture. Whether used in ornamental displays or for seed-saving, Heathered Grey Poppies offer both charm and drama throughout the summer bloom season.

🌿 Key Features:

• 🌸 Rare Coloration: Dreamy grey-lavender tones with subtle heathering

• 🌾 Classic Form: Large, silky, tissue-like petals on tall stems

• 🌱 Heirloom Variety: Open-pollinated and seed savable

• ☀️ Sun-Loving: Thrives in full sun with well-drained soil

• 🐝 Pollinator Friendly: Attracts bees and beneficial insects

🌞 Growing Information:

• Germination: 7–14 days

• Direct Sow: Recommended in early spring or fall (cool soil)

• Light: Full sun

• Soil: Light, sandy, well-drained

• Spacing: 6–10 inches apart

• Height: 2–3 feet tall

• Bloom Time: Late spring through midsummer

• Zones: Annual (self-seeds in Zones 3–9)

🪻 Perfect For:

• Cottage gardens and border plantings

• Cut flower arrangements (fresh or dried)

• Drought-tolerant landscaping

• Seed collectors and rare flower enthusiasts

• Elegant displays with muted or pastel palettes

💡 Design Tip:

Pair with silvery foliage like lamb’s ear or dusty miller, or contrast with deep purples and blues to make the subtle heathered hues truly pop.

Bring something rare and refined to your garden this season with Heathered Grey Poppy Seeds—an elegant nod to old-world charm and modern minimalism.