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About Breadseed Poppy
Opium poppies are erect annuals in the Papaveraceae family. It is illegal to grow them in North Carolina, but it is legal to sell and buy the seeds. Garden poppy species may or may not contain opium alkaloids. Pet and children should not sample the poppy seeds as they are poisonous.
Taxonomy
Papaver somniferum
Papaver
Papaveraceae
Ranunculales
Also known as
Opium Poppy, Opium Poppy and Breadseed poppy

How to care for Breadseed Poppy

How often to water your Breadseed Poppy

every 9
Breadseed Poppy needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnât get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9

Check the growing potential in your area
A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.

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Finding light for Opium Poppy in your home

a window
Breadseed Poppy love being close to bright, sunny windows đ.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Breadseed Poppy does not tolerate low-light đ«.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Breadseed Poppy in your home đĄ.

How to fertilize Breadseed Poppy

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil itâs likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Breadseed Poppy after it doubles in size or once a yearâwhichever comes first.

Breadseed Poppy is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!
Water Needs
Breadseed Poppy prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
Breadseed Poppy requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive đȘ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home đĄ.
Toxicity
Breadseed Poppy is extremely dangerous if consumed. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian immediately. Breadseed Poppy is not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.
Soil
Breadseed Poppy does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!
Fertilizer
Breadseed Poppy grows very slowly and doesnât require added fertilizer. Replacing your plantâs potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
Growth Pattern
Breadseed Poppy grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.
Growing Outdoors
USDA Hardiness Zone
Breadseed Poppy can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 8a-10b. Find your local hardiness zone here.
Propagation
The seeds of Breadseed Poppy can be used to grow new plants! After your plant flowers, any seeds that formed can be collected and germinated in potting soil.
Care Summary for Breadseed Poppy
Breadseed Poppy
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 1ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4â pot your plant is in, and that it doesnât get direct sunlight.
