Northwest Blooms · Perennials
Papaver orientale 'Pink Ruffles'
Pink Ruffles Oriental Poppy
- Family
- Papaveraceae
- Height
- 26–30 inches
- Width
- 12–15 inches
- Flower color
- Salmon-pink with deeply fringed, ruffled petals and dark purple to black blotches at the base
- Foliage color
- Finely divided, green, hairy leaves
- Bloom time
- Late spring to early summer
- Light
- Full sun
- Water
- Light watering
- Maintenance
- Low; remove spent flowers to encourage rebloom; foliage may die back after blooming
- Growing zone
- USDA zones 3a–8b
- Wildlife
- Attracts bees and butterflies; deer-resistant
About this plant
Papaver orientale 'Pink Ruffles' is a perennial poppy that blooms in late spring to early summer, producing large, ruffled flowers in a soft salmon-pink hue. The petals are deeply fringed, giving each bloom a delicate, textured appearance. At the center of the flowers, a dark black or purple blotch provides a contrast against the soft pink petals. These blooms are held on sturdy stems, creating an elegant display in the garden.
The green, lobed foliage forms a compact base that remains attractive even after the flowers fade. As the flowers are short-lived, the foliage provides ongoing texture throughout the growing season. 'Pink Ruffles' makes a beautiful addition to borders or perennial gardens, offering both beauty and longevity. This cultivar thrives in sunny spots, where its fringed petals and soft color provide a refreshing pop of elegance.
Works well in
Borders · Sun Gardens · Pollinator Gardens
Companion plants
Bee balm · Yarrow · Ornamental grasses · Garden phlox · Black-eyed Susans · Daylilies
Design tip
Summer flowers carry the middle of the season, so place it where the bed needs color once spring bulbs fade. In full sun it holds its shape best, and grouping several together keeps the color strong enough to be seen from across the garden.
