Overview

Hunnemannia fumariifolia is a bushy annual biennial in the genus Hunnemannia, part of the Papaveraceae family, with deciduous foliage. Hunnemannia fumariifolia grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and alkaline and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H3. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, coastal, cottage and informal garden, patio and container plants and flower borders and beds.

About

Hunnemannia fumariifolia, commonly known as Mexican tulip poppy, is a bushy annual or biennial plant from the Papaveraceae family. This cultivar features deeply lobed, deciduous foliage and produces prominent, poppy-like blooms in summer and early autumn. It thrives in full sun with a south- or west-facing aspect, preferring well-drained, fertile loam or sandy soils with neutral to alkaline pH. Suitable for sheltered positions, it is ideal for city and courtyard gardens, coastal areas, cottage and informal gardens, patios, containers, and flower borders.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Hunnemannia

Sunlight

Full sun

Soil type

Loam, Sand

Soil pH

Alkaline, Neutral

Soil moisture

Well-drained

Aspect

South-facing, West-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness

H3

Plant details

Hunnemannia fumariifolia size, habit and characteristics

Plant type

Annual Biennial, Bedding

Habit

Bushy

Foliage

Deciduous

Suggested uses

City and courtyard gardens, Coastal, Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, Flower borders and beds

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Hunnemannia fumariifolia

Propagation

Seed

Pest resistance

Slugs, snails, aphids

Disease resistance

Generally disease-free

Frequently asked questions