How to Propagate and Grow
Macleaya

Genus: Macleaya

Family: Papaveraceae

Species: M. cordata

Common Names: Plume poppy.

Classification: Perennial.

Height: 2.5m (96inches).

Flowering: Throughout summer.

Usage: Ideal for the back of large borders and beds.

Macleaya are ideal as specimen and focal plants.

Site: Macleaya prefer full sun, they thrive in it!

Macleaya will also do well in partial shade.

Soil: Any rich, moist but free draining soil.

Propagation Methods: By seed in spring.

Best germination temperature: 40 deg F.

Time from sowing to germination: 3 - 8 weeks.

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Division in spring or autumn.

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