Northwest Blooms · Perennials
Papaver hybridum 'Pink Heirloom'
Pink Heirloom Breadseed Poppy
- Family
- Papaveraceae
- Height
- 24–36 inches
- Width
- 12–18 inches
- Flower color
- Pink with frilly, peony-like blooms
- Foliage color
- Bluish-green
- Bloom time
- Late spring
- Light
- Full sun
- Water
- Regular
- Maintenance
- Low; remove spent flowers to encourage rebloom; may self-seed in favorable conditions
- Growing zone
- USDA zones 3-7
- Wildlife
- Attracts bees; deer-resistant
About this plant
Papaver hybridum 'Pink Heirloom' is a beautiful perennial poppy that originates from the Mediterranean region. It blooms in late spring to early summer, producing large, frilly, coral-pink flowers with numerous overlapping petals that give the blossoms a full, textured appearance. The plant's largs blooms are complemented by its dark green, lobed foliage, which has a bluish-gray tint, enhancing its overall appeal.
The leaves of 'Pink Heirloom' remain attractive even after the flowers fade, providing continuous texture and interest throughout the growing season. Known for its resilience and self-sowing nature, this cultivar is an excellent choice for cottage or cutting gardens. It thrives with minimal maintenance, offering both beauty and longevity, while its delicate blooms bring a soft, romantic look to any garden space.
Works well in
Borders · Sun Gardens · Pollinator Gardens · Rain Gardens · Cut Flower Gardens
Companion plants
Daylilies · Lavender · Coreopsis · Russian sage · Sedums · Peonies
Design tip
The early flowers arrive when the garden is still waking up, so give it a spot you pass often in spring. Give it open sun and room to fill out, and repeat it in threes or fives so the planting reads as one sweep instead of scattered dots.
