{"product_id":"200-double-black-poppy-seeds-deep-maroon-velvet-blooms","title":"200 Double Black Poppy Seeds – Deep Maroon Velvet Blooms","description":"\u003cp\u003eDouble Black Poppy is a striking ornamental poppy prized for its fully double, deep maroon to near-black blooms that bring dramatic contrast to garden borders and cut flower arrangements. The ruffled, velvet-like petals create a rich, textural display in late spring and early summer, making this variety a standout in cottage gardens, wildflower meadows, and pollinator-friendly plantings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEasy to grow from seed, these poppies are well-suited to gardeners seeking bold color and a touch of the unusual. Their deep, saturated hue pairs beautifully with lighter pastels and silver foliage, and the blooms are attractive to bees and other beneficial insects.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully double blooms in deep maroon to near-black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVelvety, ruffled petals with a rich, luxurious appearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent for cut flower gardens and dried arrangements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttracts pollinators when in bloom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdds dramatic color contrast to borders and meadow plantings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Papaver somniferum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, fertile soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late spring to early summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e Typically 2–4 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9–12 inches apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSow poppy seeds directly outdoors in early spring or late fall, as they prefer cool soil to germinate. Lightly press seeds into the soil surface; do not cover deeply, as light aids germination. Keep the area consistently moist until seedlings emerge, then thin to the recommended spacing. Poppies resent transplanting, so direct sowing is best.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOnce established, water regularly during dry spells and avoid overhead watering to reduce disease risk. Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continued flowering, or allow some pods to mature for dried arrangements. These poppies thrive in full sun and well-drained soil and require minimal additional care.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e200 Double Black Poppy Seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67776135561526,"sku":"FOLIA-262","price":27.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.7299423252_j5xe.jpg?v=1792468067","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/200-double-black-poppy-seeds-deep-maroon-velvet-blooms","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}