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Macleaya microcarpa 'Kelway's Coral Plume'
plume poppy
Hazy plumes of tiny, coral-pink or taupe flowers appear in June and July on stiff, towering stems, above...
2 litre pot
£14.99
£19.99
available to order from late spring
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Wonderful naturalised with tall grasses in the prairie or wildflower garden; a showy plant with Verbena bonariensis and tall poppies
Plant description
Hazy plumes of tiny, coral-pink or taupe flowers appear in June and July on stiff, towering stems, above unusual, scalloped, glaucous leaves. Unlike other flowering perennials of similar height, this handsome plume poppy seldom needs staking. Planted in bold swathes, it makes a lovely centrepiece for a large, sunny, moist but well-drained border, sheltered from cold, drying winds, and it looks wonderful with ornmanental grasses.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Macleaya microcarpa Kelway's Coral Plume:
Lift and divide large colonies in late autumn or spring. Cut down to the ground in autumn or spring.
Please note:
This perennial dies back to below ground level each year in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.
