Colored poppy flower seeds - Anemone (papaver rhoeas)

Common name: Colorful Poppy - Anemone poppy Scientific name: Papaver rhoeas Other names: Corn poppy Annual wild winter plant from the poppy family, with a hollow, slender, tube-shaped stem up to 50 cm long, topped with a single flower. Its leaves are ovate with serrated edges, covered with white hairs. The colorful poppy is distinguished by its large, vibrant, multi-colored flowers. Colorful poppy flower: Its colors are varied, with large petals and a soft black spot in the center. Colorful poppy seeds: The seeds are very small, round, sand-sized, and brownish-black in color. Season for germinating the colorful poppy: October and November are the best months for germinating the seeds. It can also be cultivated in winter and spring, or in protected areas throughout the year. Suitable climate and soil for cultivating the colorful poppy: It requires moderate weather between 15 - 28 degrees Celsius and well-drained light soil. It does not tolerate high salinity. Method of cultivating the colorful poppy: It is grown from seeds, either in plant containers and germination trays or directly in the ground. Since the seeds are extremely tiny, it is better to mix 0.5 grams of seeds with 50 grams of sand to facilitate distribution. The seeds should be watered regularly to prevent the soil from drying out during germination. Its benefits and uses: The flower is cultivated for decoration in homes, gardens, and private reserves. It also has medicinal uses. Original habitat of the colorful poppy: Europe, North Africa, and some regions in Asia.