Papaver 'Allegro' (Oriental Group)

Papaver 'Allegro' is a vigorous and reliable clump-forming poppy. It brings a bold splash of colour to your garden in early summer.

You will see its finely divided, silvery-green foliage emerge first. Tall, bristly stems then rise, carrying pendent buds. These open into large, saucer-shaped flowers.

The blooms are a striking bright orange. Each petal has a distinctive dark blotch at its base.

Key Features of Papaver 'Allegro'

• Height: Reaches approximately 80cm.
• Spread: Forms a clump up to 60cm wide.
• Flowers: Large, bright orange with dark basal blotches.
• Flowering Time: Early to mid-summer.
• Foliage: Silvery-green, finely divided. Dies back after flowering.

Other Names for This Plant

You may find this plant labelled as Oriental poppy 'Allegro', Papaver orientale 'Allegro', or simply Papaver 'Allegro'.

Benefits for UK Wildlife

This plant attracts and supports pollinators. Its large, open flowers provide a rich source of pollen for bees.

Planting and Care Tips

• Choose a position with full sun.
• Plant it in well-drained soil. It thrives in poorer soils.
• Space plants about 60cm apart.
• After flowering, the foliage dies back. Cut it back to ground level. New leaves may appear in autumn.
• It is a long-lived plant. Avoid moving it once established.

Consider where its gap will appear in mid-summer. You can plant late-emerging perennials nearby to fill the space.

Do you need a resilient plant that makes a strong visual impact? Papaver 'Allegro' offers both.