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Bloom of the Day for May 29th, 2012:

Opium Poppy 'Lauren's Grape'
(Papaver somniferum)

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Information:
Type of plant: Annuals

Bloom color: Purple

Bloom time of year: Mid Summer

Sun requirements: Full Sun

Cold hardiness: Not Applicable

Height: 24-36 in. (60-90 cm)

Spacing: 6-9 in. (15-22 cm)

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55 members have or want this plant for trade.

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onewish1 wrote:
outstanding photo!!!

pixie62560 wrote:
I agree, just beautiful!!

pirl wrote:
Fantastic! Gorgeous photo!

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