Papaver nudicaule

Iceland Poppy, Arctic Poppy

Family: Papaveraceae Poppy


Type Perennial
USDA Hardiness range 4A - 10A
Exposure Full sun
Bloom color Orange, pink, red, white, yellow
Bloom time Early Summer to Early Fall
Water needs Moist
Landscape uses Alpine garden, container, foundation, massing, rock garden
Height 12" to 24" / 30cm to 60cm
Spread 4" to 8" / 10cm to 20cm
Growth rate Moderate
Persistence Deciduous, broadleaf
Bloom attributes Suitable for cut flowers, fragrant flowers
Leaf color Green
Fruit color n/a
Soil pH requirements Neutral
Soil type Loamy
Form Upright or erect
Attributes and features Attractive foilage, native to North America, naturalizing