Seeds and Things 25 Poppy Flower Seeds. Himalayan Blue Poppies. Meconopsis Betonicifolia.
Meconopsis Betonicifolia. Himalayan Blue Poppy. A very rare and uniquely lovely perennial poppy which grows 2-4 feet tall. It produces beautiful silky 3-4 inch brilliant blue flowers that shade garden enthusiasts really love. Although they are known to thrive in the Pacific Northwest, they are worth a try anywhere that Rhododendrons grow, as the Himalayan Blue Poppy has very similar needs. Cool, moist summers and dry winters. It needs shade, acid soil and cool, humid conditions. A very special poppy for experienced shade gardeners and collectors. However, even though temperamental, difficult and troublesome, this is a plant worth trying. Not only will you be rewarded by the fantastic flowers, but you will be the envy of every green-fingered friend in your neck of the woods. Simply beautiful! A fantastic show!