Poppy Flower Germination. To harvest seed pods cut when the pods turn light brown and dry out for 1-2 weeks before breaking open and storing seeds in a jar for up to two years. Once ready transplant the young Meconopsis plants at a spacing of 30 cm small to 75 to 90 cm large apart.
29042013 After approximately 14 to 28 days depending on the variety poppy flower seeds will start to germinate sending up tiny spindling green shoots. The larger perennial oriental poppies are perfect for growing in a border ideally at the front or middle. Poppy seeds and even poppy seedlings can handle frost but most information recommends sowing poppy seeds in the early spring for growers in northern locations.
Rake the area to a nice tilth.
Poppies are frost tolerant and germinate in cool weather and cool soil. Poppy seeds and even poppy seedlings can handle frost but most information recommends sowing poppy seeds in the early spring for growers in northern locations. Select a sunny place with great drainage. 29042013 After approximately 14 to 28 days depending on the variety poppy flower seeds will start to germinate sending up tiny spindling green shoots.