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We offer multiple varieties of fresh, viable, Papaver somniferum (Opium Poppy, Bread Poppy) seeds.

Priced by the gram.  Please contact us if you need larger quantities.

Papaver somniferum - Danebrog (DANISH FLAG, DANISH CROSS)
This is the famous heirloom variety that has been grown since the 1890s.  Danish Flag has large, single, pure brilliant scarlet 3 - 5" flowers with a pure white cross in the center, and with fringed-edged petals. Hardy annual to 2 1/2 - 5 feet.  Germinates in a week or two.

 

Papaver somniferum - Persian White
Pure white flowers on a small hardy annual to 2 - 3 feet or so. The white seeds are valued in Middle Eastern cooking for their mild flavor.  Germinates in 1 week.


Papaver somniferum - Single Lilac
Large single lilac flowers and medium-sized pods. Hardy annual to 30".  Germinates in 1 week.

 Papaver somniferum - The Giant
Specially-selected florist strain, developed for the huge pods used in dried arrangements. Produces large quantities of seed.  Hardy annual. Germinates in 1 week.


Papaver somniferum - Hen & Chickens
Odd pods with a large central pod surrounded at the base by several tiny pods, the 'mother hen and her chicks'. Unusual in dried arrangements. Large pale lilac flowers. Annual.  Germinates in 1 week.

Papaver somniferum - Pepperbox
Handsome large pods which open when ripe to shed the seed, providing a dual crop, edible seed plus pods for the dried flower market. Annual.  Germinates in 1 week.