Meconopis
is
a genus of nearly 80 species of often short-lived or monocarpic
perennials: i.e.
they flower
just once and then die. They are best known as ‘blue poppies’
with large saucer-shaped flowers but many have attractive leaf
rosettes.
Here
are some from Jude’s garden this May (Station Master’s House, Wetheral).
Cultivation
- Thrives
in areas with cool, damp summers. The soil needs to be neutral to
slightly acidic, moist but well-drained and enriched with leaf mould
or humus. The site should be partially shaded with shelter from cold,
dry winds
Propagation
- Propagate
by seed or by division after flowering but can be short-lived
Also
see Blog Entry – 2018 – November
Lingholm
Meconopsis – Fertile Group
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