Harlem Oriental Poppy

Harlem Oriental Poppy (Papaver orientale 'Harlem')Harlem Oriental Poppy (Papaver orientale 'Harlem') is a refined and richly colored perennial known for its unique raspberry-maroon blooms and unusual habit of reblooming in late summer. Offering a deeper, more sophisticated color palette than traditional poppies, this variety adds striking contrast and long-season appeal to mixed borders, cottage gardens, and pollinator plantings.Distinctive Features'Harlem' produces large, double-textured flowers in a velvety raspberry-maroon hue with dark central blotches and a prominent black stamen cluster. The petals are ruffled and silken, giving each bloom a plush, layered look. Flowers measure up to 6 inches across and are held on strong, upright stems above clumps of coarse, gray-green foliage. Plants typically reach 28 to 32 inches tall and 18 to 24 inches wide. Unlike most Oriental poppies, 'Harlem' has the rare ability to rebloom in late summer if conditions are favorable, offering extended seasonal interest.Growing Conditions Sun Exposure: Full sun. Soil: Requires well-drained, moderately fertile soil; intolerant of heavy, wet soils....