- Which location is suitable?
- What soil is good for growth?
- How is the Turkish poppy propagated?
- Next to which plant neighbors does the Turkish poppy look good?
With its up to 15 cm large flowers, it outshines the native corn poppy. Its flower colors range from salmon pink to crimson, depending on the variety. No wonder if you are flirting with Turkish poppy seeds. But how is it planted?
Turkish poppies should be planted in a sunny spot
Which location is suitable?
Full sun locations are best suited for the Turkish poppy. It likes it warm and finds a suitable home in cottage gardens and wild gardens, among others. Remember not to plant the Turkish poppy in the foreground of beds. After flowering, its foliage recedes, leaving gaps in the bed that cannot be covered up.
What soil is good for growth?
In addition to the location of the site, the soil there is crucial for the Turkish poppy. The following characteristics benefit its growth and therefore its flowering:
- well drained
- sandy
- neutral pH
- moderately dry to humid environment
- moderately nutritious
- humorous
- profound (taproot)
How is the Turkish poppy propagated?
The Turkish poppy is most easily propagated by means of its seeds. He is happy to take on this task on his own. Self-seeding is no stranger to him. If you want to start sowing in a targeted manner, you should choose the period between April and June.
The seeds easily go underground. They need light to germinate. The substrate is moistened and kept moist for the next few weeks. The seeds can be grown in pots without any problems. They germinate quickly at a temperature between 18 and 20 °C. It takes an average of 10 to 14 days for the first leaves to appear on the surface.
Next to which plant neighbors does the Turkish poppy look good?
Not only in the individual stand, but also next to other plants, the Turkish poppy makes a lot. In order not to make subsequent care a challenge, a distance of at least 40 cm should be maintained between the individual plants. The following plant neighbors are suitable:
- sage
- bearded iris
- delphinium
- daisies
- dahlias
- tagetes
tips
In addition to the red varieties, there are also varieties with white flowers. These come into their own when planted sporadically in a sea of red varieties.