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Papaver orientale Roots - Patty's Plum

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About the Variety

Key Features

Frost Tolerant
Drought Tolerant
Prefers Lean Soil
Attracts Bees
Attracts Butterflies
Fast Growing
Easy to Grow
Perfect for Cut Flowers
Perfect for Borders
Perfect for Dried Flowers
Perfect for Xeriscaping
Deer Resistant
Rodent Resistant
Rabbit Resistant

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Papaver orientale

LIFE CYCLE

  • Perennial

SEED TYPE

  • Root

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun
  • Partial Shade

BLOOM SEASON

  • Spring through Summer

GROWTH HABIT

  • Clumping
  • Spreading

PLANT HEIGHT

  • 24 to 36 inches

COLOR

  • Purple

Discovered by a gardener named Patricia Marrow, these unique, purple blooms are a fantastic addition to any gardening area. The blooms are eye-catching and deer-resistant and bloom from late spring to mid summer.

  • • Note: Fall-Planted Papaver Roots Ship to All Zones Beginning in October
  • • Late Spring to Mid-Summer Blooming, Deer Resistant, Great Cut Flowers
  • • Perennial; Grows up to 32 Inches; Prefers Sun/Partial Shade

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Fall
  • Spring

PLANTING DEPTH

  • Deep Enough to Cover with 3 inches of Soil

WATER NEEDS

  • Average

PLANT SPACING

  • 12 to 24 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • 6
  • 7

Planting Guide

View our Papaver Planting Guide to learn more.

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    Papaver orientale Roots - Patty's Plum FAQs

    What size bulbs will I receive with Patty's Plum Papaver orientale?

    Patty's Plum Papaver orientale is graded No. 1.

    Is Pattys Plum Papaver Orientale resistant to animals or disease?

    Pattys Plum Papaver Orientale is deer resistant and rabbit resistant, meaning deer and rabbits generally avoid it due to its taste, texture, or aroma.

    Customer Reviews

    Overall rating: 2.5 / 5 from 6 reviews.

    Customer photo review of Papaver orientale Roots - Patty's Plum

    I would recommend this product as the Patty's Plum is a beautiful color! I originally purchased them and planted them in the same way and only one out of all of them came up. I did the same thing a second time and you can see the results, they even bloomed in the controlled environment. They don't like a lot of water so I used the clay water spout to give them water when they want-not on a schedule. I also did the same thing with the Helen Elizabeth and they are all ready to be transplanted into the garden. They are not hard to grow but they are finicky with water.

    Sheryl H. 5/5 Verified

    Papaver orientale Roots - Patty's Plum

    Customer photo review of Papaver orientale Roots - Patty's Plum

    I bought these in the fall of 2022, and could not have been more excited. The next spring, I saw the tiniest bit of green come up, some didn't appear to come up at all. Not a single bloom. I was so disappointed. Fast forward to this past spring, of 2024, and I had the most fabulous blooms. They coordinated so well with the other spring blooming plants I had, in particular the allium atropurpureum in my back garden, set off with the fresh green ferns coming up at the edge of the woods. Perfection. I love them so much, am ordering more. I know I may have to wait 2 years for a bloom. It will be worth it.

    Natalie 5/5

    Papaver orientale Roots - Patty's Plum

    The flowers were a vague light mauve that very quickly turned brown. Further, two of the bulbs in the shipment were entirely different colors: One bloomed white with orange edging and the other bloomed coral pink. Both pretty but only the plum I ordered would have matched my garden color scheme! Really a confusing mess.

    Melhalle 2/5 Verified

    Papaver orientale Roots - Patty's Plum

    Store owner replied: Hello Melhalle. Thank you for your review. We are sorry to hear that your flowers did not bloom with the color you were expecting and that two of the bulbs appeared to be entirely different varieties. We understand how disappointing that is, especially when you've carefully planned your garden around a specific color palette. We have spoken to our growers who pre-pack them for us, so this doesn't happen again. We're pleased we had the opportunity to work with you and find a resolution. Thank you for bringing this to our attention, as reports like yours help us identify potential issues and work closely with our growers to maintain the quality and accuracy our customers expect. At Eden Brothers, we stand behind our products and truly appreciate the opportunity to make things right!

    I planted these the day they came in the fall and followed instructions. I got two sets of greens that came up this spring and one set has already died back for no apparent reason. The other is not getting any blooms. Maybe something will still happen, but at this point I am not optimistic. I was really looking forward to these but it looks like it's going to be duds all around. I did have amazing success with 60 days of tulips on an unrelated note.

    Martha 1/5

    Papaver orientale Roots - Patty's Plum

    Store owner replied: Hello Martha! Thank you for your review of your Eden Brothers purchase! We greatly appreciate you bringing these concerns regarding the Patty's Plum Papaver Orientale Roots to our attention as we strive to provide the best quality service and products alike to our gardeners around the country. After speaking with our Customer Service Team, it seems we were able to resolve this for you.

    Planted these last fall and nothing has come up yet.

    Crystal H. 1/5 Verified

    Papaver orientale Roots - Patty's Plum

    Store owner replied: Hello, Crystal Thank you for your review of Eden Brothers! We greatly appreciate you bringing this to our attention as feedback like yours helps us deliver the best quality products possible. After speaking with our Customer Service Team, it seems we were able to resolve this for you. If you have any other issues, feel free to reach out!

    Followed the directions. Nothing came up.

    Rachel C. 1/5

    Papaver orientale Roots - Patty's Plum

    Store owner replied: Hello, Rachel Thank you for your review of Eden Brothers! We greatly appreciate you bringing this to our attention. It's so important to have feedback like this so we can continually improve our products and processes. After speaking with our Customer Service Team, it seems we were able to resolve this for you. Thanks for your time in sharing your experience with us!

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