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Explore vibrant poppy flower seeds with Kings Seeds’ stunning collection. From the well-known Flanders red poppies to colourful Icelandic varieties, and drought tolerant Californian types these blooms transform gardens with vivid hues, from soft pastels to bold reds and purples. As a 100% NZ-owned family business, Kings Seeds offers premium poppy seeds that are easy to sow and nurture, helping gardeners create striking drifts within borders or wildflower meadows.

How do you grow poppies?

Growing poppies is straightforward and rewarding. For specific sowing and growing instructions, refer to the online product information for your variety of choice. Generally, sow seeds directly into well-drained soil, ensuring a sunny location for optimal germination. Scatter seeds on the surface without covering as they require light to germinate. Keep soil moist during early stages and avoid overwatering once seedlings are established. Poppy flower seeds thrive with minimal care and are perfect for gardeners of all skill levels. Kings Seeds provides high-quality poppy seeds, ensuring vibrant blooms to enhance borders or wildflower gardens.

What is the best time to plant poppies in NZ?

Poppy seeds are best sown in early spring through to autumn, around September to April. These conditions allow poppy flowers to establish robust roots and produce healthy blooms. Choose a sunny location with well-prepared soil to maximise growth. Kings Seeds’ collection includes poppy flower seeds that adapt well to New Zealand’s climate, ensuring stunning displays in gardens nationwide. Planning your planting during these seasons helps create a colourful, thriving garden filled with striking poppy flowers.

Are poppies hard to grow?

Poppies are among the easiest flowers to cultivate, thriving in various conditions with minimal effort. Some varieties require the seed to have a period of chilling for successful germination, so be sure to read the specific product information online. These hardy plants require full sunlight, well-drained soil, and occasional watering to flourish. Once established, they are drought-tolerant and low maintenance, making them perfect for beginner and experienced gardeners. Kings Seeds’ poppy flower seeds offer reliability, ensuring vibrant blooms. Whether planted in borders or even meadows, poppies reward gardeners with breathtaking beauty and low-maintenance care.

What types of poppy seeds are there?

Kings Seeds’ poppy collection features a diverse array of Papaver varieties, including peony poppies, Flanders red, Californian and Icelandic varieties, wildflower poppy mixes and more.

Peony poppies offer dramatic ruffled blooms, while Flanders red poppies are symbolic of the stunning Anzac poppy, and wildflower poppy mixes bring delicate and unique charm with their simple petals and bold colours. Each type thrives in sunny spots with well-drained soil, adding unique beauty to gardens. Kings Seeds’ range ensures gardeners can find the perfect poppy seeds to create vibrant borders, wildflower meadows, or striking cut flower arrangements.