Overview
Papaver lateritium is a perennial in the genus Papaver, part of the Papaveraceae family. Papaver lateritium grows best in full sun, and tolerates well-drained soils. It is native to Armenian Highlands, Georgia and North Eastern Turkey.
About the genus
Papaver is a genus of 70–100 species of frost-tolerant annuals, biennials, and perennials native to temperate and cold regions of Eurasia, Africa and North America. It is the type genus of the poppy family, Papaveraceae.
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In the garden
Papaver lateritium is a perennial member of the Papaver genus native to the Armenian Highlands, Georgia and north-eastern Turkey. As a long-lived poppy it produces its main display in the UK between May and August. The plant is commonly known as the Armenian poppy and is valued where a sustained spring–summer bloom is wanted. Give Papaver lateritium full sun and avoid heavy, waterlogged ground: a well-drained site with moderate moisture is the right balance. Plants do best where roots can dry out a little between waterings rather than remaining wet; siting on a slope, gravelly mix or raised bed helps achieve that. Feed and irrigate sparingly through the growing season, and lift or divide congested clumps in early autumn if plants need renewing. In a UK garden it performs well in sunny border fronts, gravel beds or other dry, open situations where drainage is reliable. Allowing space between plants reduces the risk of root wetness and gives the flowering stems room to show. As a perennial native to the Armenian Highlands, Papaver lateritium is often called the Armenian poppy.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Papaver
- Sunlight
- full sun
- Soil type
- well-drained
- Soil moisture
- moderate
Plant details
Papaver lateritium size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- perennial
- Native to
- Armenian Highlands, Georgia, North Eastern Turkey
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Papaver lateritium
- Propagation
- seed
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Papaver lateritium?
Papaver lateritium prefers full sun.
What soil does Papaver lateritium need?
Papaver lateritium grows best in well-drained soil. Aim for soil that stays moderate.
How do I propagate Papaver lateritium?
Seed.
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- Papaver (Oriental Group) 'Flamenco Dancer'
- Papaver (Oriental Group) 'Redizelle'
- Papaver atlanticumAtlas poppy
- Papaver orientaleoriental poppy
- Papaver orientale 'Indian Chief'Indian Chief Oriental Poppy
- Papaver orientale 'Marcus Perry'Oriental Poppy
- Papaver orientale 'May Queen' (double)Oriental poppy 'May Queen'
- Papaver orientale 'Mrs Perry'Oriental Poppy