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Poppy Colibri Ciclamino (Reddish) Seed adds rich reddish-cyclamen Iceland poppy colour to cool-season beds and cut-flower plantings. It is a striking choice where you want jewel-toned flowers with the light, papery texture poppies are loved for.
Quick Grow Facts
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Plant Type: Short-lived perennial, usually grown as a cool-season annual in South African gardens.
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Scientific Name: Papaver nudicaule (Iceland poppy)
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General Sowing Time: Autumn to early winter in mild South African regions; late winter to early spring in very cold gardens or where winter soil stays waterlogged.
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Position: Full sun; light afternoon shade can help in hotter inland gardens.
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Sow Depth: Surface sow or cover with only a very fine layer of sand or vermiculite; light helps germination.
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Spacing: 20-30 cm apart.
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Germination: Keep the seed surface evenly moist until seedlings appear, then grow on in cool, bright conditions.
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Height: Around 30-60 cm.
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Available Pack Sizes: 50 raw seed, 500 raw seed
Why Grow This Variety
- Reddish-cyclamen tones add depth to cool-season flower schemes.
- Excellent for cut flowers when harvested as buds begin to open.
- Creates a strong focal colour without bulky foliage.
- Attracts pollinators in sunny, well-drained beds.
Garden Uses
Plant Poppy Colibri Ciclamino in cutting rows, sunny borders and cottage-style plantings where its deeper colour can stand out. It is especially useful for adding contrast among softer pastel poppies and cool-season annuals.
Growing Notes
- Best grown through the cooler part of the year; flowering quality drops as heat and humidity increase.
- Direct sow where plants are to flower, or transplant very young seedlings with minimal root disturbance.
- Use fertile but free-draining soil and avoid waterlogged beds or pots.
- Water at soil level and keep evenly moist without leaving the soil soggy.
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