Poppy Seeds

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Poppy Seeds for Colourful, Easy-Growing Flowers Poppies are loved for their delicate petals, distinctive seed pods and wide range of colours, from classic red and white to soft pastels, lavender, pink, peach, grey and nearly black. Many poppy varieties are well suited to direct sowing and can create beautiful displays in cottage gardens, wildflower plantings, borders and cut-flower beds. Growing poppies from seed is often the best way to establish them because many varieties prefer minimal root disturbance. Their seeds are tiny, so they are usually sown close to the soil surface and kept evenly moist until germination. Browse the poppy seeds below, or explore our full flower seed collection for more annual and perennial flowers for Canadian gardens. Poppy Growing Information Growing Detail General Information Common Name Poppy Plant Type Annual, biennial or perennial depending on species Sun Full sun Sowing Method Usually direct sow outdoors Seed Depth Surface sow or cover very lightly, depending on species Germination Approximately 7–21 days under suitable conditions Bloom Period Late spring through summer, depending on variety and sowing time Best Uses Cottage gardens, borders, wildflower gardens, cut flowers and dried seed pods Why Grow Poppies From Seed? Poppies are especially well suited to growing from seed because many types develop a taproot and do not enjoy being transplanted once established. Direct sowing allows seedlings to grow where they will mature without unnecessary root disturbance. They are also a strong choice for gardeners who want high visual impact without complicated maintenance. Once established, many varieties flower freely and can create an informal, natural-looking display. For more varieties that are suitable for direct sowing, explore our flowers to direct seed collection. Choosing Poppy Seeds Poppies come in many different forms, colours and growth habits. Some varieties are grown primarily for delicate single flowers, while others pro