Breadseed Poppy

Breadseed Poppy is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

Benefits of Growing Opium Poppy →

Common Opium Poppy Problems →

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.

Opium Poppy Water Frequency →

Opium Poppy Root Rot →

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 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Opium Poppy Light Requirements →

Opium Poppy Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

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.

Opium Poppy Toxicity to Cats →

Opium Poppy Toxicity to Dogs →

Opium Poppy Toxicity to Humans →

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!

Best Soil Mix for Opium Poppy →

When and How to Successfully Repot Opium Poppy →

Breadseed Poppy grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Opium Poppy →

Breadseed Poppy grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.

How and When to Prune Opium Poppy →

USDA Hardiness Zone
Breadseed Poppy can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 8a-10b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Opium Poppy Temperature Tolerance →

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.

How to Propagate Opium Poppy →

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.

• Common Bugs Affecting Opium Poppy →
• Drooping Opium Poppy Leaves →
• Opium Poppy Dropping Leaves →
• Opium Poppy Mushy Leaves →
• Black Spots on Opium Poppy →
• Brown Spots on Opium Poppy →
• Opium Poppy Leaves Falling Over →
• Opium Poppy Leaves Curling →
• Opium Poppy Yellow Leaves →
• Opium Poppy Root Rot →