Poppy - Hungarian Blue

Poppy Seeds - Hungarian Blue

Papaver somniferum

~300 Seeds

Hungarian Blue Poppy is a striking heirloom variety prized for its silvery-blue seed pods and cool-toned, lavender-blue blooms—not a true blue, but a beautiful dusky hue that adds a soft, romantic note to cottage-style gardens.

While the delicate flowers bloom briefly, the real show begins after flowering, when the pods mature into ornamental globes that are highly sought after for dried arrangements.

Gardeners also grow this poppy for its edible seeds, commonly used in baking. This variety thrives in cooler climates, making it a great fit for northern gardens. Once established, it’s a low-fuss plant that self-sows readily for a naturalized look without much effort.

• Suitable for drying
• Attracts pollinators
• Drought tolerant
• Low maintenance
• Easy to grow
• Edible
• Annual or perennial plant: Hardy annual
• Height of plant: 60–90 cm (24–36 inches)
• Sun requirements: Full sun
• Planting spacing: 20–30 cm (8–12 inches)
  

Plant: direct sow outdoors 1 week before last frost. Indoors: not recommended.

Plant Depth: surface sow and keep moist (can sprinkle sand first to keep moist)

Germination: 20 - 30 days