poppy - frosted salmon peony

Frosted Salmon Peony Poppy produces stunning, fully double blooms in soft salmon-pink tones with delicate, ruffled petals that resemble peonies. These large, showy flowers bloom in late spring to early summer, creating a romantic and old-fashioned display in garden beds and borders. Easy to grow and drought-tolerant once established, this poppy thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. A classic cottage garden favorite, Salmon Peony Poppy is also excellent for cut flowers and naturalized plantings. Packet includes approximately 100 seeds.

Frosted Salmon Peony Poppy
Papaver somniferum

Sun:
• Full sun

Height:
• 30–36 inches | 75–90 cm

Spread:
• 10–12 inches | 25–30 cm

Life Cycle:
• Annual

Sowing Method:
• Direct sow outdoors in early spring or fall; does not transplant well

Difficulty:
• Easy | Low-maintenance and drought-tolerant once established

Uses:
• Borders, cottage gardens, mass planting, cut flowers, pollinator gardens

Growing Zones:
• 2–10