Papaver rhoeas Supreme


Approved Novelty

Largest flowered semi-double to double P. rhoeas on the market.

Technical information

Novelty Characteristic:
Largest flowered semi-double to double P. rhoeas on the market.
Colour:
Bicolour pink, cherry and orange shades with white centres
Flower:
Double / Diameter: 10 cm
Flowering Period:
June to September
Type:
Annual, O.P., Diploid
Use:
Bedding
Seed:
9000 Seeds/Gram / Germination: 85%
Plant:
Height: 60-70 cm Spread: 40-50 cm
Growing:

Sow at 20-22°C. Sowing time for pack is week 14. Germination: cover slightly with vermiculite. Grow at 20° when young, later 15°C. Transplant when large enough to handle. Plant out from mid April.  Planting distance is 50 cm x 50 cm in half hardy bedding in sunny spot. 

Planting:
Planting distance: 50 cm x 50 cm

Registration details

Breeder:
Thompson & Morgan
Entry number:
28/16
Protection Period:
8 years
Expiry Date:
31-12-2024