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Meconopsis betonicifolia Hensol Violet

Meconopsis betonicifolia Hensol Violet

Common name: Himalayan Poppy

A rare and unusual member of the poppy family

-5 to -10°C

Good Cut Flowers

Good for Pollinators

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Meconopsis betonicifolia ‘Hensol Violet’ has vivid violet-purple flowers embellishing this lovely variety of Meconopsis. Though this type of poppy is widely known as the "Himalayan Blue Poppy", the violet colour lends a new and exciting alternative. The dark violet tissue-like petals look enchanting, especially when a light breeze catches the flower like a sail and the plant gently sways. From May to June, fuzzy stems bear large, silky, saucer-shaped, violet flowers. Meconopsis grow best where summers remain cool and damp, such as a moist, woodland garden, therefore preferring humus-rich, moist, well-drained, neutral to acid soil in partial shade. Ensure soil does not become water-logged during winter and shelter plants from harsh winds. Hardy (H4), herbaceous perennials which reach a height of up to 1.2m and spread up to 50cm. Lifespan will be lengthened by providing consistently moist conditions, holding back flowering until several crowns have formed and removing spent flowers before seedheads develop.

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Latin Name	Meconopsis betonicifolia 'Hensol Violet'
Common Name	Himalayan Poppy
Hardiness	H4 (-5 to -10°C)
Colour	Purple
Format	Young Plants
Position	Full-Sun, Part-Shade, Part-Sun
Foliage	Deciduous
Height in Maturity (m)	1.20 m
Spread in Maturity (m)	0.50
Soil Conditions	Clay Loam
Soil Acidity	Acid Neutral
Aspect	East-facing, West-facing
Good for pots	Yes
Good for wildlife	Yes
Good for pollinators	Yes
Good for cutting	Yes