{"product_id":"papaver-orientale-burning-heart","title":"Papaver orientale 'Burning Heart'","description":"\u003cp\u003eDelicate petals the texture of crepe paper in vivid shades of rose and deep red encircle black stamens to form the saucer-like, semi-double blossoms of \u003cem\u003ePapaver orientale\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Burning Heart.’ The effect is eye-catching (and attractive to pollinators, too). Strong, upright stems, amid clumps of finely cut foliage, stand up to rain and wind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you want to introduce excitement into the June border, consider Oriental Poppies, for their ruffled and shimmering petals pack more pigment than you can imagine. Plant these clump-forming perennials in sunny spots with well-draining soil that tends to be on the drier side. (Poppies will not thrive and may not even survive in soil that is wet.) Match these late spring favorites with summer bloomers or annuals that spread out and will conceal their early dormancy.  Adding to their appeal, Oriental Poppies produce fuzzy, gray-green foliage and ornamental seed pods. Over time, they typically spread 18\" to 24\" but are not invasive. Poppies make stunning cut flowers if you sear the ends of freshly cut stems with a match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSpecial considerations for growing Oriental Poppies:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e \u003cem\u003ePapaver orientale\u003c\/em\u003e thrives in climates with dry summers, but is intolerant of high heat with humidity. The plants also need a period of cold winter temperatures. Therefore, we do not recommend planting in areas warmer than Zone 7. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose a sunny location with well-drained soil. Avoid overly rich or wet soils. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant the bareroot Poppies in fall upon arrival with the crown 2-3\" below the soil level.  Some of the new shoots may appear above ground. Water sparingly while the bareroot establishes itself and mulch lightly.  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpect plants to establish roots and foliage the first year after planting but produce few flowers. By the second year, established plants will bloom more abundantly and the blossom count will continue to rise as plants age.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePapaver foliage and flowers appear in late spring then the plant goes dormant for summer. The foliage dies back completely in most climates by midsummer, which is entirely normal. During this dormancy period, minimize watering and do not fertilize. In early fall, prior to overwintering, any new foliage that may appear should not be cut back.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor more information on growing Oriental Poppies, click Growing Guide.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"White Flower Farm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47979212079257,"sku":"0035554-F","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0532\/9983\/9129\/files\/37509.jpg?v=1782073903","url":"https:\/\/www.whiteflowerfarm.com\/products\/papaver-orientale-burning-heart","provider":"White Flower Farm","version":"1.0","type":"link"}