Black Swan Poppy
Black Swan Poppy
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Black Swan is an ornamental poppy (Papaver somniferum) with delicate, deep purple double blossoms. It flowers in cooler temperatures weeks before other annuals to bring an early spark of joy to the garden, and is great for attracting beneficial pollinators like bumblebees and honeybees.
At a glance
- Botanical name: Papaver somniferum
- Type: Annual flowering poppy
- Seed traits: Open-pollinated, non-GMO
- Bloom: Deep purple double flowers
- Wildlife: Deer and rabbit resistant
- Sun: Full sun
Best for
- Early-season garden color
- Cottage and cut-flower gardens
- Pollinator gardens
- Deer and rabbit-prone areas
- Dark-flower collections
How to grow
Direct sow in cool weather, as poppies dislike being transplanted. Scatter seed on prepared soil, press in lightly, and keep the surface moist until germination. Plants bloom early, ahead of most other annuals, and readily self-sow for future seasons.
About MIgardener
MIgardener is a Michigan-based family seed company offering affordable heirloom and non-GMO seeds, with a mission to make home gardening accessible to everyone.
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Product facts
- Made by
- MIgardener
- Maker based in
- St. Clair, Michigan
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