Papavero Shirley – Miscuglio (Papaver rhoeas) semi
- Antica varietà di papavero con fiori semplici e doppi in bianco, rosa e rosso – ideale per giardini naturali e prati fioriti.
- Contenuto: circa 3500 semi
- Varietà ad impollinazione aperta, capacità germinativa testata regolarmente
2,49 €
Descrizione
The Shirley Poppy Mix (Papaver rhoeas) is a historic poppy variety bred in the late 19th century by an English vicar in the village of Shirley. This variety is known for its remarkable colour diversity: blooms range from pure white and soft pink to vibrant red. In addition to single flowers, the mix includes double-flowered forms that are particularly striking. Some blooms display contrasting edges or bi-colour patterns, adding to their ornamental appeal.
The plants reach a height of 60 to 70 cm and are well suited to naturalistic gardens, wildflower meadows and mixed flower borders. After flowering, they produce decorative seed pods that can be used in dried arrangements. Shirley Poppies are rich in nectar and pollen, making them an important food source for bees and other pollinators. Originally a wild arable plant, this variety thrives in sunny, well-drained soil and is ideal for adding a natural, lively character to your garden.
Scheda della pianta
| Classificazione delle piante | Fiore estivo, Fiore selvatico |
|---|---|
| Utilizzo | Erbe aromatiche, Pianta officinale, Pianta oleifera, Pianta ornamentale |
| Ciclo di vita | Da annuale a biennale |
| Genere | Papaveraceae |
| Caratteristiche | Ha bisogno della luce per germogliare, Pascolo per le api |
| Altezza della pianta | 10-100 cm |
| Colore dei fiori | Arancio, Bianco, Rosa, Rosso |
| Periodo di fioritura | Giugno, Luglio, Maggio |
| Apparato radicale | Fittone, Radice profonda |
Consigli di coltivazione
| Periodo di semina in pieno campo | Agosto, Aprile, Maggio, Marzo, Settembre |
|---|---|
| Profondità di semina | 0 cm |
| Temperatura di germinazione | 15-20°C |
| Tempo di germinazione | 1-4 settimane |
| Luce solare | Pieno sole |
| Distanza di impianto | 10 cm |
Semina e cura
Shirley Poppies are best grown from direct sowing, as they develop a taproot and do not transplant well. Sow the seeds directly outdoors from late March to May. Press the seeds gently into the soil without covering them, as they require light to germinate. Keep the soil evenly moist during the germination period, which takes around 10 to 14 days. Once seedlings emerge, thin them out to a spacing of approximately 20 cm to allow enough room for healthy growth.
Alternatively, Shirley Poppies are also well suited to the Cool Flower method: in milder regions, they can be sown directly outdoors in autumn. The young plants tolerate light frosts and will bloom much earlier the following year. In colder climates, autumn sowing should be done in a sheltered spot – for example, in a cold frame or in pots placed in a frost-free location. This approach produces strong, well-rooted plants that grow more vigorously in spring and bloom especially profusely. A sheltered site and good drainage are essential to prevent winter damage from excessive wetness.
After flowering, Shirley Poppies tend to self-seed and may return to your garden in the following years. By regularly deadheading spent blooms, you can extend the flowering period and encourage the development of new flowers.
Altri nomi
Nome botanico: Papaver rhoeas
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