{"title":"Poppy - Shirley","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"poppy-shirley-flanders-poppy-1050","title":"Poppy Shirley Flanders Poppy Seeds","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePapaver rhoeas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlanders Poppy, also known as Corn Poppy or Field Poppy, is a classic European wildflower producing brilliant scarlet-red flowers with delicate, papery petals, often marked with a dark centre. The slender stems and vivid blooms create a striking display in cottage gardens, wildflower plantings and borders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce a common sight in European agricultural fields, the Flanders Poppy became an enduring symbol of remembrance following the First World War, particularly after flourishing across the disturbed ground of the Western Front.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEasy to grow and quick to establish, plants flower generously through the cooler growing season and are attractive to bees and other pollinating insects. Once flowering finishes, decorative seed capsules develop and plants can readily self-seed in favourable conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mature seeds are edible and have traditionally been used in breads, cakes, biscuits and other baked goods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed count: approximately 7,000 seeds\/g\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximately 1,800 seeds per packet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to Plant (Australia)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTropics: Autumn to winter in cooler locations\u003cbr\u003eSubtropics: Autumn to winter\u003cbr\u003eMild climates: Autumn to early spring\u003cbr\u003eCold climates: Autumn or early spring\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting \/ Sowing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow directly where plants are to grow, as Poppies dislike root disturbance. Scatter the fine seed thinly over prepared soil, press gently onto the surface and cover only very lightly. Keep moist during germination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThin seedlings to approximately 15–20 cm apart. Grow in full sun and well-drained soil. Allow selected seed capsules to mature if you would like plants to self-seed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDue to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eden Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":46375869677786,"sku":"prefix_681c1f72677ca4.03882018","price":3.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10g","offer_id":46375869710554,"sku":"prefix_681c1f72677d02.30339717","price":6.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"50g","offer_id":46375869743322,"sku":"prefix_681c1f72677d24.05079734","price":25.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/4866\/8890\/files\/F_Poppy_Flanders_9ad01893-c40b-4ba1-a37e-82a682fad56e.jpg?v=1784776635"},{"product_id":"poppy-shirley-single-flowered-mix-1051","title":"Poppy Shirley Single Flowered Mix Seeds","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePapaver rhoeas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShirley Single Flowered Mix is a classic annual Poppy producing delicate, tissue-like single blooms in a beautiful mixture of colours including pink, rose, salmon, red and white, often with softly blended or contrasting edges. Growing to approximately 70 cm tall, the slender stems create a light, graceful display through late winter and spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA long-time cottage garden favourite, Shirley Poppies are excellent for mass planting, wildflower gardens and informal borders. The flowers can also be used for cutting, while blooms left in the garden provide pollen for bees and other pollinating insects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants perform best in a warm, sunny position with average, well-drained soil and a neutral pH. Pinching out early buds can encourage bushier, more strongly branched plants, while removing finished flowers helps prolong the flowering season. Allow some seed pods to mature if you would like plants to self-seed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed count: approximately 7,000 seeds\/g\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximately 1800 seeds per packet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to Plant (Australia)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTropics: Autumn to winter in cooler locations\u003cbr\u003eSubtropics: Autumn to winter\u003cbr\u003eMild climates: Late summer to autumn\u003cbr\u003eCold climates: Late summer to autumn, or early spring\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting \/ Sowing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow directly where plants are to grow, as Poppies dislike root disturbance. Scatter the fine seed thinly over prepared soil, press gently onto the surface and cover only very lightly. Keep moist during germination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThin seedlings to approximately 15–20 cm apart. Grow in full sun and well-drained soil. Remove spent flowers regularly to encourage a longer flowering period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDue to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eden Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":46375869939930,"sku":"prefix_681c1f72680d54.10255161","price":3.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10g","offer_id":46375869972698,"sku":"prefix_681c1f72680da1.20099837","price":6.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"50g","offer_id":46375870005466,"sku":"prefix_681c1f72680dc4.51000029","price":25.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/4866\/8890\/files\/download_d4120bcc-2730-4af5-96aa-a0784fc3fb64.jpg?v=1754017084"},{"product_id":"poppy-shirley-double-mix-1052","title":"Poppy Shirley Double Mix Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePapaver rhoeas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShirley Double Mix is a beautiful annual Poppy producing delicate double and semi-double flowers in a varied mixture of pink, rose, red, salmon and white, often with softly blended or picotee-edged petals. Growing to approximately 70 cm tall, the slender stems and tissue-like blooms create a wonderfully airy cottage garden display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShirley Poppies are descendants of the wild field poppy and are loved for their extraordinary range of soft colours and flower forms. They are ideal for cottage gardens, wildflower plantings and borders, while the open flowers attract bees and other pollinating insects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEasy to grow and quick to establish, Shirley Poppies prefer cooler growing conditions, full sun and well-drained soil. Plants readily self-seed when mature seed pods are left in place, often returning naturally in following seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed count: approximately 7,000 seeds\/g\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximately 1,800 seeds per packet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to Plant (Australia)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTropics: Autumn to winter in cooler locations\u003cbr\u003eSubtropics: Autumn to winter\u003cbr\u003eMild climates: Autumn to early spring\u003cbr\u003eCold climates: Autumn or early spring\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting \/ Sowing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow directly where plants are to grow, as Poppies dislike root disturbance. Scatter the fine seed thinly over prepared soil, press gently onto the surface and cover only very lightly. Keep moist during germination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThin seedlings to approximately 15–20 cm apart. Grow in full sun and well-drained soil. Allow selected seed pods to mature if you would like plants to self-seed for the following season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDue to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eden Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":46375870103770,"sku":"prefix_681c1f72689cf3.93248214","price":3.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5g","offer_id":46375870136538,"sku":"prefix_681c1f72689d40.73924730","price":10.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/4866\/8890\/files\/download_75d3cdd5-4449-465e-a83b-c0279669aa89.jpg?v=1754017083"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.edenseeds.com.au\/collections\/poppy-shirley.oembed","provider":"Eden Seeds ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}