PAPAVER SOMNIFERUM 'MAANZAAD' Seeds - Premium Dutch Poppy Seeds for Beautiful Garden Blooms and Seed Collection

Enhance your garden with the striking beauty of Papaver Somniferum ‘Maanzaad’ Poppy Seeds, a high-quality Dutch variety known for its elegant blooms and attractive seed pods. These poppies deliver vibrant color, upright growth, and a refined ornamental presence, making them ideal for borders, cottage gardens, and decorative landscaping.

Perfect for gardeners who appreciate bold garden accents, this variety features durable stems, large petals, and beautifully textured seed pods suitable for dried arrangements and décor. These poppy seeds are non-GMO, easy to plant, and produce consistent, high-quality flowers.

Features

• Premium Dutch Papaver Somniferum (Maanzaad) variety

• Produces large, colorful blooms

• Attractive seed pods for ornamental and crafting use

• Suitable for borders, beds, and wildflower-style gardens

• Easy to grow and beginner-friendly

• Non-GMO seeds with excellent germination

Specifications

Plant Type: Papaver Somniferum (Poppy)
Seed Type: Non-GMO
Growth Habit: Upright, branching
Bloom Colors: Soft to vibrant pastel tones (varies by plant)
Bloom Season: Late spring to mid-summer
Zones: USDA Zones 3–9
Light Requirements: Full sun
Soil Type: Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil
Watering Needs: Low to moderate
Plant Height: 2–4 ft depending on growing conditions
Planting Season: Early spring or fall
Heirloom Status: Open-pollinated
Lifespan: Annual (reseeds naturally)
Germination Time: 7–14 days
Germination Temperature: 15–20°C
Planting Depth: Surface sow; do not cover
Plant Spacing: 6–12 inches

Planting Guide

1. Scatter seeds on moist, well-drained soil in early spring or fall.

2. Do not cover seeds; they require light for germination.

3. Water gently and keep soil lightly moist until germination.

4. Thin seedlings for strong, healthy plants.

5. Grow in full sun for the largest blooms.

6. Allow some pods to mature for natural reseeding.