6 Papaver Orientale Royal Wedding Plants, Hardy White Oriental Poppy Perennial, 1 Litre Root Ball

Papaver orientale 'Royal Wedding' is a stunning hardy perennial poppy prized for its large, elegant white flowers adorned with subtle dark markings at the base of each petal. A classic cottage garden favourite, this Oriental Poppy produces bold, crepe-textured blooms on upright stems above a clump of deeply divided, bristly green foliage. Once established, it is a reliable and long-lived perennial that returns year after year with very little maintenance.

This pack contains 6 plants, each supplied as a 1 Litre root ball, ready for planting directly into borders, beds or larger containers.

Cultural Information:

• Botanical Name: Papaver orientale 'Royal Wedding'


• Common Names: Oriental Poppy, Royal Wedding Poppy


• Classification: Hardy Herbaceous Perennial


• Fully Grown Height & Spread: 70–90 cm × 45–60 cm


• Growth Habit: Upright, Clump-Forming Herbaceous Perennial


• Perfect For: Borders, Cottage Gardens, Cut Flower Gardens, Mixed Perennial Beds


• Flowering Time: Late Spring to Early Summer (May–June)


• Flower Colour: White with Dark Basal Markings


• Planting Position: Full Sun


• Soil Requirements: Well-Drained Soil; Tolerates Most Soil Types


• Hardiness: Fully Hardy (RHS H7)


• Attracts: Bees & Pollinating Insects


• Type: Hardy Herbaceous Perennial


• Foliage: Deeply Cut, Bristly Mid-Green Leaves (foliage dies back after flowering and may re-emerge in autumn)

Planting & Care Tips:

• Plant in a sunny, open position with well-drained soil for the best results.


• Avoid waterlogged conditions, as Oriental Poppies prefer drier soils once established.


• Foliage naturally dies back after flowering – this is normal. Surrounding companion plants can help fill the gap during the summer months.


• Established clumps can be divided in autumn to propagate new plants.


• Generally trouble-free and low maintenance once settled in.

What's Included:

• 6 x Papaver orientale 'Royal Wedding' plants, each supplied as a 1 Litre root ball.

Notes: Available in the 'Royal Wedding' variety, distinguished by its pristine white blooms with characteristic dark basal blotches. Plants may arrive dormant depending on the time of year – this is completely normal and they will establish well once planted.

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