Quantity
About 20 seeds
Exposure
Sun
Discover the plant
Family
Papaveraceae
Type
Perennial flower
Cycle
Perennial
Oriental poppy 'Pizzicato' is a spectacular perennial that immediately catches the eye with its large, satiny flowers in vibrant shades of red, pink, and orange. As soon as it blooms, it brings an almost theatrical intensity to flowerbeds and borders, like a burst of color emerging above the foliage. Its presence in the garden is also precious for pollinators, who readily visit its open flowers, rich in attraction and light. Hardy and well-suited to low-maintenance gardens, this variety admirably tolerates drought once well established, making it an excellent choice for sunny, well-drained areas. Its compact yet assertive habit allows it to be easily integrated into perennial displays, where it creates powerful accents without weighing down the composition. As it doesn't like to be moved, it establishes best when a permanent spot is chosen for it from the start, where it can return faithfully year after year. Its vibrant bloom, brief but striking, leaves a strong impression in the spring or early summer garden. It is a robust, brilliant, and easy-to-grow plant, ideal for adding relief, color, and character to floral arrangements.
Planting guide
From plantingto establishment.
Planting depth
0.3 cm (0.1 in)
Establishment temperature
15 to 20 °C (59 to 68 °F)
Establishment time
10 to 21 days
Soil and care
The rightconditions.
Exposure
Sun
Soil
Well drained
Watering
Weak
Bloom and dimensions
The completeprofile.
Bloom periodMay to July
HarvestMay to July
Garden associations
What to plantwith it.
Good companionsLupine, columbine, delphinium, iris, nigella
Avoid planting withNone known
Flowerbeds, borders, pollinator garden, ornamental flower
