{"title":"Poppies","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"california-poppy","title":"California Poppy","description":"\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/restorationseeds.mom\/pages\/table-menu5\"\u003eEschscholzia e. californica\u003c\/a\u003e##\n\u003cdiv class=\"how-to-grow-trigger how-to-grow-title\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"label\"\u003eHOW TO GROW CALIFORNIA POPPY\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"icon-down-arrow\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"how-to-grow-content\"\u003eSow seeds at near surface depth, 1\/16”. Best direct sown into garden beds. Thin to 6” apart when plants are 1” tall. Re-seeds heavily and grows with little maintenance. Grows in areas of full sun, and requires minimal water. Soil pH Slightly acidic. Hardiness zones 3-9. Perennial.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlanting Depth \u003cb\u003e1\/16”\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDays to Germ. \u003cb\u003e15-30\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlant Spacing \u003cb\u003e6”\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRow Spacing \u003cb\u003e12”\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDays To Maturity \u003cb\u003e60\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFull Sun\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eDry Climate\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n##This glorious bright orange golden wildflower shines as California’s state flower. Its range extends as far south as Baja California, and as far north as Washington. Slender silvery blue-green stems are 8-24” tall. Petals are soft as silk. Blooms on overcast days or often at night. Drought tolerant and attracts beneficial insects. It is an overwhelmingly epic and joyful experience to see poppy fields in bloom- these include the Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve, Bear Valley in Colusa County, CA, and Point Buchon, in San Luis Obispo County, CA. Tags: Color: Golden, Orange, Season: Spring, Summer, Fall.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis California native also grows in Oregon, Washington, Nevada, New Mexico, Arizona, Sonora and Baja California, Mexico. There are many subspecies that are native to specific regions and climates in California.","brand":"RESTORATION SEEDS","offers":[{"title":"100 Seeds","offer_id":39711045451818,"sku":"","price":4.1,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1000 Seeds","offer_id":39723352424490,"sku":"","price":15.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0129\/8922\/products\/f134c0e4-319a-42c3-a9cf-0f5dd9c63e6c_1920x1080_be776fb8-0795-428e-8b22-88f0e08c1a2a.jpg?v=1639119737"},{"product_id":"large-lavender-poppy","title":"Large Lavender Poppy","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/restorationseeds.mom\/pages\/table-menu5\"\u003ePapaver somniferum\u003c\/a\u003e##\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"how-to-grow-trigger how-to-grow-title\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"label\"\u003eHOW TO GROW POPPY\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"icon-down-arrow\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"how-to-grow-content\"\u003eDirect sow in the spring after the ground thaws, or after the last hard freeze. They can tolerate light frost. The seeds are tiny, so sprinkle carefully over the garden bed, and do not cover with soil, as they need light to germinate. Keep the soil moist during germination. Thin the young poppy plants 9-12” apart. They prefer full sun. Poppies easily self sow if allowed to go to seed. Poppies are delicate and do not transplant easily. Best if direct sown. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlanting Depth \u003cb\u003esurface\u003c\/b\u003e requires light\u003cbr\u003eSoil Temp. Germ. \u003cb\u003e55-60\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDays to Germ. \u003cb\u003e7-14\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlant Spacing \u003cb\u003e9-12”\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRow Spacing \u003cb\u003e12”\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDays To Maturity \u003cb\u003e90\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStorage \u003cb\u003eRefrigerate\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFull Sun\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eMoist Well Drained Soil\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e##Large lavender blooms dazzle an early summer garden. Big bumblebees and native bees busily pollinate these blossoms when they open in the morning sun. The dried poppy pods are gorgeous and unique dried in winter wreaths, and can be used in crafts to make small rattles. Tags: Harvest: Early, Color: Purple, Size: Large, Season: Spring, Summer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe origins of poppies can be traced to the Sumerian people where the first use of opium was recognized. Through the silk road, poppies made their way around the world. They were domesticated by indigenous peoples of Western and Central Europe between 6000 and 3500 BC. In Ancient Egypt, small jugs that resemble poppy seed pods were discovered containing trace amounts of opium, dated 1550-1292 BC. Representations of the flower also appeared in Egypt on jewelry and art pieces. In the early 1990s, poppy cultivation was eradicated in some parts of the world due to concern over opium use. Since then, the War on Drugs and the subsequent opiate epidemic has become a worldwide issue. The short-lived yet delicately beautiful poppy flower holds a dark legacy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"RESTORATION SEEDS","offers":[{"title":"500 Seeds","offer_id":39724721405994,"sku":"","price":4.1,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2000 Seeds","offer_id":44535560339498,"sku":null,"price":10.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 Oz","offer_id":44813307641898,"sku":null,"price":49.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0129\/8922\/products\/LargeLavenderpoppy.jpg?v=1639541689"},{"product_id":"rattle-poppy-mix","title":"Rattle Poppy Mix","description":"\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/restorationseeds.mom\/pages\/table-menu5\"\u003ePapaver somniferum\u003c\/a\u003e##\n\u003cdiv class=\"how-to-grow-trigger how-to-grow-title\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"label\"\u003eHOW TO GROW POPPY\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"icon-down-arrow\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"how-to-grow-content\"\u003eDirect sow in the spring after the ground thaws, or after the last hard freeze. They can tolerate light frost. The seeds are tiny, so sprinkle carefully over the garden bed, and do not cover with soil, as they need light to germinate. Keep the soil moist during germination. Thin the young poppy plants 9-12” apart. They prefer full sun. Poppies easily self sow if allowed to go to seed. Poppies are delicate and do not transplant easily. Best if direct sown. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlanting Depth \u003cb\u003esurface\u003c\/b\u003e requires light\u003cbr\u003eSoil Temp. Germ. \u003cb\u003e55-60\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDays to Germ. \u003cb\u003e7-14\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlant Spacing \u003cb\u003e9-12”\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRow Spacing \u003cb\u003e12”\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDays To Maturity \u003cb\u003e90\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStorage \u003cb\u003eRefrigerate\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFull Sun\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eMoist Well Drained Soil\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n##Large, delicate, dazzling, gorgeous pink and red blossoms grow on 3’ tall plants. The large seed heads are perfect for soft sounding rattles. Tags: Harvest: Early, Color: Pink, Size: Large, Season: Spring, Summer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe origins of poppies can be traced to the Sumerian people where the first use of opium was recognized. Through the silk road, poppies made their way around the world. They were domesticated by indigenous peoples of Western and Central Europe between 6000 and 3500 BC. In Ancient Egypt, small jugs that resemble poppy seed pods were discovered containing trace amounts of opium, dated 1550-1292 BC. Representations of the flower also appeared in Egypt on jewelry and art pieces. In the early 1990s, poppy cultivation was eradicated in some parts of the world due to concern over opium use. Since then, the War on Drugs and the subsequent opiate epidemic has become a worldwide issue. The short-lived yet delicately beautiful poppy flower holds a dark legacy. ##Idyllwild##Conventional##Seed grower since 2018####Idyllwild was born of our joyful curiosity and celebration of nature’s diverse gifts. Following nature’s model of open dispersal and dissemination, we share these seeds with you and invite you to play in the garden of abundance. We learn from nature and she has taught us to live and think in terms of “abundance” instead of “scarcity”. Diversity - in all forms, from genetic to creative expression - is the heart of resilience. We enjoy experimenting with myriads of flavors, colors, and textures and the world opens to us in infinite possibilities. As a result, we are nourished in body, mind, and spirit.","brand":"RESTORATION SEEDS","offers":[{"title":"500 Seeds","offer_id":40480515096618,"sku":"","price":4.1,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2000 Seeds","offer_id":40480515129386,"sku":"","price":10.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0129\/8922\/products\/poppy-1.jpg?v=1673589913"},{"product_id":"black-swan-poppy","title":"Black Swan Poppy","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/restorationseeds.mom\/pages\/table-menu5\"\u003ePapaver somniferum\u003c\/a\u003e##\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"how-to-grow-trigger how-to-grow-title\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"label\"\u003eHOW TO GROW POPPY\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"icon-down-arrow\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"how-to-grow-content\"\u003eDirect sow in the spring after the ground thaws, or after the last hard freeze. They can tolerate light frost. The seeds are tiny, so sprinkle carefully over the garden bed, and do not cover with soil, as they need light to germinate. Keep the soil moist during germination. Thin the young poppy plants 9-12” apart. They prefer full sun. Poppies easily self sow if allowed to go to seed. Poppies are delicate and do not transplant easily. Best if direct sown. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlanting Depth \u003cb\u003esurface\u003c\/b\u003e requires light\u003cbr\u003eSoil Temp. Germ. \u003cb\u003e55-60\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDays to Germ. \u003cb\u003e7-14\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlant Spacing \u003cb\u003e6”\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRow Spacing \u003cb\u003e12-14”\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDays To Maturity \u003cb\u003e80-90\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStorage \u003cb\u003eRefrigerate\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFull Sun\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eMoist Well Drained Soil\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e##Black Swan Poppies grow huge, frilly pompoms on 4’ tall plants. The bloom are a striking, deep burgundy color. Deer will not eat them! Tags: Harvest: Early, Color: Burgundy, Size: Large, Specialty: Deer Resistant, Season: Spring, Summer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe origins of poppies can be traced to the Sumerian people where the first use of opium was recognized. Through the silk road, poppies made their way around the world. They were domesticated by indigenous peoples of Western and Central Europe between 6000 and 3500 BC. In Ancient Egypt, small jugs that resemble poppy seed pods were discovered containing trace amounts of opium, dated 1550-1292 BC. Representations of the flower also appeared in Egypt on jewelry and art pieces. In the early 1990s, poppy cultivation was eradicated in some parts of the world due to concern over opium use. Since then, the War on Drugs and the subsequent opiate epidemic has become a worldwide issue. The short-lived yet delicately beautiful poppy flower holds a dark legacy. ##Deep Harvest Farm##Certified Organic by WA Dept. of Ag.##Seed grower since 2010##\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0129\/8922\/files\/Deep-Harvest-Farm_210x165.jpg?12506478495586146841##Deep Harvest Farm is a certified-organic vegetable, seed and flower farm on Whidbey Island in NW Washington. Run by Annie Jesperson and Nathaniel Talbot, the farm focuses on year-round vegetable production, taking extra steps to use ecological soil management practices such as minimal tillage, the use of compost and cover cropping.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"RESTORATION SEEDS","offers":[{"title":"500 Seeds","offer_id":44171030626346,"sku":null,"price":4.1,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0129\/8922\/files\/BlackSwanPoppy_a102b2b9-25e9-4f94-b40c-c751b2b9c820.png?v=1773720534"},{"product_id":"peshawar-poppy","title":"Peshawar Poppy","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/restorationseeds.mom\/pages\/table-menu5\"\u003ePapaver somniferum\u003c\/a\u003e##\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"how-to-grow-trigger how-to-grow-title\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"label\"\u003eHOW TO GROW POPPY\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"icon-down-arrow\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"how-to-grow-content\"\u003eDirect sow in the spring after the ground thaws, or after the last hard freeze. 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Tags: Harvest: Mid, Color: White, Size: Medium, Specialty: Cool Climate, Season: Spring, Summer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe origins of poppies can be traced to the Sumerian people where the first use of opium was recognized. Through the silk road, poppies made their way around the world. They were domesticated by indigenous peoples of Western and Central Europe between 6000 and 3500 BC. In Ancient Egypt, small jugs that resemble poppy seed pods were discovered containing trace amounts of opium, dated 1550-1292 BC. Representations of the flower also appeared in Egypt on jewelry and art pieces. In the early 1990s, poppy cultivation was eradicated in some parts of the world due to concern over opium use. Since then, the War on Drugs and the subsequent opiate epidemic has become a worldwide issue. The short-lived yet delicately beautiful poppy flower holds a dark legacy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"RESTORATION SEEDS","offers":[{"title":"300 Seeds","offer_id":67691295441211,"sku":null,"price":4.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3000 Seeds","offer_id":67691295473979,"sku":null,"price":22.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0129\/8922\/files\/P5080824.jpg?v=1791580090"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.restorationseeds.mom\/collections\/poppies.oembed","provider":"RESTORATION SEEDS","version":"1.0","type":"link"}