Lilac Pompom Poppy Seeds — Papaver laciniatum
Lilac Pompom Poppy Seeds — Papaver laciniatum
A Cloud of Lilac in Your Garden
Meet the Lilac Pompom Poppy (Papaver laciniatum) — a showstopping ornamental annual that transforms any garden bed into a soft, dreamy display. Each bloom is a fully double, densely petalled pompom in the most delicate shade of lilac, with beautifully fringed and lacinated petals that catch the light like tissue paper.
Why Gardeners Love It
- 🌸 Fully double pompom blooms — lush, ruffled petals in soft lilac
- 📏 Grows 60–90 cm tall — perfect for mid-border planting or as a cut flower
- 🐝 Attracts bees and pollinators — great for biodiversity
- ✂️ Stunning as a cut flower — long-lasting in arrangements
- 🌱 Easy to grow — direct sow in autumn or early spring for best results
Growing Tips for New Zealand
Sow directly into well-drained soil in a sunny spot. Poppies prefer cool conditions to germinate — autumn sowing in New Zealand gives the best results. Thin seedlings to 20–30 cm apart. Minimal care needed once established; they self-seed freely for years of colour.
What's in the Packet
Each packet contains 30 seeds of Papaver laciniatum 'Lilac Pompom', with growing instructions included.