Papaver orientale 'Princess Victoria Louise' | Princess Victoria Louise Oriental Poppy
DESCRIPTION
Papaver orientale 'Princess Victoria Louise' is a perennial poppy that blooms in late spring to early summer, producing large, cup-shaped flowers in a soft salmon-pink hue. Each petal features a dark purple-black blotch at its base, creating a vivid contrast with the pink color. The petals are smooth but slightly wavy at the edges, contributing to the overall ruffled, elegant appearance of the blooms.
The plant’s dark green, deeply lobed leaves form a strong, compact base that remains attractive even after the flowers fade. 'Princess Victoria Louise' thrives in sunny locations, adding a bold burst of color and dramatic flair to garden beds or borders. Its unique blossoms and long-lasting presence make it a standout choice for gardeners looking to enhance their perennial collections.
DESCRIPTION
Papaver orientale 'Princess Victoria Louise' is a perennial poppy that blooms in late spring to early summer, producing large, cup-shaped flowers in a soft salmon-pink hue. Each petal features a dark purple-black blotch at its base, creating a vivid contrast with the pink color. The petals are smooth but slightly wavy at the edges, contributing to the overall ruffled, elegant appearance of the blooms.
The plant’s dark green, deeply lobed leaves form a strong, compact base that remains attractive even after the flowers fade. 'Princess Victoria Louise' thrives in sunny locations, adding a bold burst of color and dramatic flair to garden beds or borders. Its unique blossoms and long-lasting presence make it a standout choice for gardeners looking to enhance their perennial collections.
DESCRIPTION
Papaver orientale 'Princess Victoria Louise' is a perennial poppy that blooms in late spring to early summer, producing large, cup-shaped flowers in a soft salmon-pink hue. Each petal features a dark purple-black blotch at its base, creating a vivid contrast with the pink color. The petals are smooth but slightly wavy at the edges, contributing to the overall ruffled, elegant appearance of the blooms.
The plant’s dark green, deeply lobed leaves form a strong, compact base that remains attractive even after the flowers fade. 'Princess Victoria Louise' thrives in sunny locations, adding a bold burst of color and dramatic flair to garden beds or borders. Its unique blossoms and long-lasting presence make it a standout choice for gardeners looking to enhance their perennial collections.
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Family: Papaveraceae
Height: 36–48 inches
Width: 24 inches
Flower color: Light to salmon-pink with black basal blotches
Foliage color: Dark green
Bloom time: Late spring to early summer
Light requirements: Full sun
Water requirements: Moderate
Maintenance: Low; remove spent flowers to encourage rebloom; foliage may die back after blooming
Growing zone: USDA zones 3–8
Wildlife attractors: Attracts bees and butterflies; deer-resistant
