{"product_id":"ga-pavot-shirleys-choice-double-mix-bio","title":"Poppy 'Shirley's Choice Double Mix' organic","description":"\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOrganic 'Shirley's Choice Double Mix' poppy (Papaver somniferum) from the seed company Gaia, a delicate English poppy with airy petals and romantic colors\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe 'Shirley's Choice Double Mix' poppy displays elegant blooms at the top of its stems, in all shades of \u003cstrong\u003ebright red\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong\u003epink\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong\u003esalmon\u003c\/strong\u003e , and \u003cstrong\u003ewhite\u003c\/strong\u003e , with \u003cstrong\u003esingle or double\u003c\/strong\u003e flowers featuring delicately ruffled petals. Despite the flowers' apparent fragility, the plants are \u003cstrong\u003erobust\u003c\/strong\u003e and adapt well to the garden. Originating from the work of Reverend Henry Wilkes in Shirley (Surry, England), this heritage mix has become a cottage garden classic. It also makes a \u003cstrong\u003egood cut flower\u003c\/strong\u003e if the stem tip is quickly burned to seal the sap channels. It self-seeds readily, providing a renewed presence year after year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e A graceful, light and romantic blend, perfect for adding movement and poetry to flowerbeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompanion plants\u003c\/strong\u003e : Marigolds, Phlox, Cosmos, Ornamental grasses, Bearded irises, Sage, Alliums\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eNegative plants\u003c\/strong\u003e : Cabbage, Broccoli, Kale, Brussels sprouts, Cauliflower, Kale\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSpread\/Carry\u003c\/strong\u003e : Elegant and slender tuft\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePlant height\u003c\/strong\u003e : 70 to 75 cm\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eQuantity per packet\u003c\/strong\u003e : 100 seeds\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCertification\u003c\/strong\u003e : Environmentally friendly product\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSpecial features\u003c\/strong\u003e : Single and double flowers, red\/pink\/salmon\/white palette, good cut flower, heritage English variety, self-seeds, very attractive to bees\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLeaf color\u003c\/strong\u003e : Bluish-green\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTexture\/flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e : Delicate, crumpled petals, decorative capsules\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCold tolerance\u003c\/strong\u003e : Down to -10°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Farming method\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003ePerform a \u003cstrong\u003etwo-week cold stratification\u003c\/strong\u003e before sowing. Sow directly outdoors in \u003cstrong\u003eearly spring\u003c\/strong\u003e , even if there is a risk of frost, as transplanting is not recommended. Sow seeds \u003cstrong\u003e3 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e deep and space plants \u003cstrong\u003e15 to 20 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e apart, with 30 to 35 cm between rows. Germination takes 14 to 21 days at \u003cstrong\u003e12–15 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e , with an optimum temperature of 12 °C. Provide \u003cstrong\u003efull sun\u003c\/strong\u003e (level 3) and minimal watering (level 1).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Harvesting and preservation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e For bouquets, pick the flowers just as they begin to open and \u003cstrong\u003esinge the stem tips\u003c\/strong\u003e for a few seconds to prolong their life. The \u003cstrong\u003eseed pods\u003c\/strong\u003e can be dried for decoration. Allow a few flowers to go to seed to ensure \u003cstrong\u003enatural reseeding\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Usage ideas\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e • In \u003cstrong\u003eromantic flowerbeds\u003c\/strong\u003e , typical of English gardens \u003cbr\u003e• In \u003cstrong\u003eflowery meadows\u003c\/strong\u003e or natural borders\u003cbr\u003e • In very fresh bouquets or dried arrangements\u003cbr\u003e • To attract pollinators and beneficial insects to the vegetable garden\u003cbr\u003e • Contrasted with grasses for a hazy effect\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e'Shirley's Choice Double Mix'\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e poppy combines English grace, delicate blooms, and surprising vigor. A poetic heritage blend, ideal for creating a vibrant and colorful garden season after season.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gaia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53075557843104,"sku":"GAI-SEMENCES","price":4.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0655\/3878\/5440\/files\/Pavot_Shirley_s_Choice_Double_Mix_bio.jpg?v=1765374058","url":"https:\/\/www.pepiniere.ca\/en\/products\/ga-pavot-shirleys-choice-double-mix-bio","provider":"Pépinière.ca","version":"1.0","type":"link"}