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Grey Poppy \u2014 Papaver rhoeas<\/em><\/h2>\n

\ud83c\udf3f Description<\/h3>\n

The Grey Poppy (Papaver rhoeas<\/em>) is an exceptional and uncommon variety, known for its unique palette of grey tones, ranging from deep charcoal grey to luminous pearl grey, sometimes showing subtle grey-violet hues depending on the light and stage of flowering.<\/p>\n

Its delicate yet expressive blooms, carried on long, slender stems, bring a refined and modern elegance to naturalistic gardens, flower beds, and cut bouquets. The flower stems reach 25 to 30 inches (63 to 76 cm) in height, offering a beautiful vertical presence without heaviness.<\/p>\n

This variety is an annual, easy to grow for patient gardeners, and especially appreciated for its rare and unexpected appearance, very different from traditional red poppies.<\/p>\n

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\u2744\ufe0f Cold Stratification Required<\/h3>\n

Seeds require a cold period to germinate properly.<\/p>\n

Place the packet in the refrigerator for 30 days (dry storage), or sow when there are about 30 days of cold temperatures remaining.<\/p>\n

The seeds were placed in cold storage on 20\/02\/2024. Depending on the date of your purchase, the number of remaining stratification days may vary.<\/p>\n

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\ud83c\udf31 Growing Zones<\/h3>\n

Zones 3 to 11<\/p>\n

Zones 3 to 8A: sowing and flowering in spring
\nZones 8B to 11: sowing in autumn<\/p>\n

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\ud83c\udfa8 History & Origin of a Very Rare Variety<\/h3>\n

Unlike the traditional red poppy, the grey poppy comes from extremely limited horticultural selections, preserved and reproduced by a small number of European collectors passionate about unusual poppies.<\/p>\n

For a long time, these ash-toned poppies were considered botanical anomalies, too far from standard color expectations to be distributed on a large scale. Their low color stability and demanding reproduction are the reasons they remained rare and nearly absent from the commercial market.<\/p>\n

Only recently have certain lines been preserved and stabilized, allowing a very limited release in seed form. Today, the grey poppy is sought after by:<\/p>\n

rare flower collectors,
\nartistic gardeners,
\nenthusiasts of monochrome or contemporary garden designs.<\/p>\n

At Semence Canada, we selected this variety for its unique character, subtle beauty, and its ability to transform a garden into a space that feels poetic, minimalist, and timeless.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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