Poppy – Red – Guide & Order

Red poppies. Beautiful in a bouquet, as a gift or when you want to impress without any fuss.

Red Poppy – A Classic Flower With Charm

Red poppy is one of nature's most beautiful and iconic flowers. With its intense red petals and elegant growth habit, red poppy is a flower that never goes out of fashion. This beautiful poppy belongs to the plant variety Papaver rhoeas and is known for its dramatic colour and simple yet striking beauty. Red poppy is perfect when you want to create something truly special without having to go to much effort.

The Love of Poppies in Bouquets

Red poppy is an excellent flower for bouquets and floral arrangements. Red poppy works perfectly alongside other flowers, but is also beautiful on its own. Many florists love working with red poppy precisely for its dramatic appearance and simple elegance. A bouquet of red poppies says more than a thousand words and looks equally beautiful in a simple vase as in a thoughtfully planned floral arrangement.

Care and Flowering Duration

To keep your red poppy beautiful for as long as possible, it's important to give it plenty of water. Red poppy is thirsty and needs regular watering to keep the blooms lasting as long as possible. Keep red poppy in a cool environment and change the water every other day to extend the flowering time as much as possible.

A Gift That Says Something

Red poppy is a flower for all year round and is perfect as a gift or when you want to show someone you care. Red poppy symbolises gratitude and joy, making it ideal when you want to say thank you in a warm and natural way. Whether you send a bouquet of red poppies to celebrate something special or simply to impress effortlessly – this beautiful flower always delivers. Give red poppies when you want to show a person that they are worth something beautiful.

Quick facts – Poppy – Red

Colour: red
Latin name: Papaver rhoeas
Type: wildflower
Flowering: june-august
Light: full sun
Water: low
Height: 30-70 cm
Vase life: 3-5 days
Scent: none
Toxic to Pets: yes

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FAQ about Poppy – Red

What kind of soil suits poppies best?

Field poppies thrive in well-drained soil with a neutral to slightly alkaline pH. They manage on poor soil and do best in an open, sunny spot. The most important thing is to avoid wet, poorly drained ground.

How often should poppies be watered?

Established poppies need very little water and cope well with drought. Keep the soil evenly moist while the seed germinates, then water only in very dry spells.

Can poppies be transplanted?

Poppies have a long taproot and dislike being moved, so it is best to sow them where they are to flower. Sow thinly on the soil surface in spring or autumn, as the seeds need light to germinate, and thin out the seedlings.

Which pests and diseases can affect poppies?

Poppies are generally very trouble-free. Rot can occur in wet soil, and aphids sometimes appear without doing serious damage to healthy plants. Downy mildew can occasionally appear in damp weather.

Can poppies be used as cut flowers?

Yes, if you pick them while still in tight bud, just as the colour shows. Sear the cut end of the stem in boiling water for a few seconds or over a flame to seal in the milky sap, and they will last a few days in the vase.