Papaver spicatum
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Papaver

Poppy

Wielded by man since prehistoric times, Poppies have long been associated with sleep and oblivion, and after the First World War, the Flower of Forgetfulness ironically evolved into a symbol for remembrance. Generally distinguished by nodding buds, solitary fleeting flowers gracing long stems, and decorative seed heads, these sun-lovers appreciate a lean, well drained and somewhat dry position.

Papaver spicatum

The English use the word “blowsy” to describe its billowy, cloudlike presence; we think it apt. Quick to establish itself in well drained soils, this Poppy’s sheer, papery blossoms have a soft, creamy apricot coloring. Prominent rounded buds, dentate leaves and the plentiful stand of flowering stems are heavily felted in gray. When planted with silvery Stachys, a soft pastel palette is achieved that welcomes the lilac hues of Nepeta ‘Longipes’.

Blooms June–July.

Size: 18"–2' high x 2' wide; hardy to zone 6.

Papaver spicatum (P-0964)
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7th Annual Autumn Plant Sale

Oct. 10, 11 & 12 (Fri., Sat. & Sun.)

- 10:00 am to 5:00 pm -

* Rare, easy care & drought-hardy plants at a big savings!

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Digging Dog Nursery - 31101 Middle Ridge Road - Albion, CA 95410 - tel. 707-937-1130

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Digging Dog "Drought Relief" PLANT SALE for Western States ONLY

We are offering a special drought relief plant sale for western states only. Many districts are encouraging gardeners to rip out lawns and plant drought-tolerant species. We want to assist those efforts and aid the fire-plagued communities of the western U.S.
15% discount on all plant order totals of $100.00 or more (not including shipping), for the following states only: AZ (Arizona), CA, CO, ID, NV, OR, UT, WA and WY.

The plants must be available now and shippable no later than Tuesday, November 4, 2008. (No back orders, please.)

Offer good from Friday, 10/10/08, 12:00 noon PST, through Friday 10/31/08, 12:00 midnight PST. Not applicable to gift certificates, books, T-shirts, furniture or other items.

**Be sure to mention this Web Special in the customer comments section when you place your order!

We're sorry that we can't offer this special to midwestern and eastern states, due to currently exorbitant shipping rates.

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Digging Dog Nursery

a mail order plant nursery
on the Mendocino Coast of California

p.o. box 471
Albion, CA 95410
phone:
(707) 937-1130
fax:
(707) 937-2480

web site by
Garth Hagerman

Customer Comment:

“I ordered a few things and had a pleasant experience. Email communication was prompt. The plants themselves arrived swiftly, were very well packed and were very large and had impressively healthy root systems. I would definitely order from them again.”

~Jess in New Mexico

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