| Tall plumes of tiny, coral-pink or deep buff flowers in June and July above lobed, grey-green leaves. Unlike other flowering perennials of similar height this handsome plume poppy seldom needs staking. Planted in bold swathes, it's perfect for a large, sunny, moist but well-drained border, sheltered from cold, drying winds.Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soilRate of growth: average to fast-growing Flowering period: June and July Flower colour: coral-pink or deep buffOther features: wear protective gloves and work-clothes when pruning macleaya since the yellowish-orange latex (sap) can stainHardiness: fully hardyGarden care: Divide large colonies in late autumn or springGoes well with: Calamagrostis x acutiflora 'Karl Foerster', Helianthus annus 'Titanic', Echinops sphaerocephalus 'Artic Glow', Stipa arundinacea, Gypsophila paniculata 'Bristol Fairy', Eryngium p |
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