The Turkish poppy, which knows how to multiply on its own, is considered an uncomplicated plant. It looks fabulous almost anywhere in the garden. But which location does he need?
Turkish poppies prefer to be in the sun
Sunny and warm
The Turkish poppy prefers to be in the blazing sun. He is naturally used to the warmth of his home in Asia Minor. A location in the penumbra forms its tolerance range. It should not be planted in the shade.
What requirements should the floor meet?
This perennial originally grows on rocky limestone slopes and mountain meadows. This results in the following demands on the floor:
- dry to moderately moist
- medium nutrient content
- rich in humus
- relaxed
- permeable
- like rocky or sandy
- profound
tips
Heavy soils that have a high loam or clay content can be loosened up with a portion of sand. The Turkish poppy seeds like them much better this way.