Total Number of seeds: 500
Transform your garden with the stunning Poppy Red Shirley Seeds – Full Red, known for their bold, silky, and eye-catching red petals. These poppies are perfect for winter gardening in India and create a breathtaking field of color. Ideal for beds, borders, and landscape decor, this easy-to-grow winter flower brings both charm and low-maintenance growth to your home garden. Whether you're an amateur or seasoned gardener, these Poppy Red Shirley Seeds are a must-have for a vibrant seasonal bloom.
Type of Seed: Poppy Red Shirley – Full Red
Germination Time: 7–12 days
Hours of Sunlight Needed: 6–8 hours
Where to Grow: Open beds, garden borders
Growing Season: Winter season flower
Seed Sowing Depth: 0.5 cm
Ideal Climate: Cool, dry winters
Bloom/Plant Height: 50–60 cm
Organic Fertilizer Requirements: Apply compost or vermicompost every 2–3 weeks
Life Span: Annual
Ideal Growing Temperature: 15–25°C
Blooming/Harvesting Time: Blooms in 60–70 days after sowing
Maintenance Requirements: Low
Watering Frequency: Moderate; do not overwater
Ideal Grow Bag Size: 12 × 12 inches or larger for best results
Poppy Red Shirley – Full Red thrives during the Indian winter season. Best sowing months are October to January. Ensure the soil is well-drained and avoid sowing during monsoons or summer. Cool, sunny days yield the most vibrant red flowers.
Choose a pot with a minimum 12-inch depth and proper drainage.
Fill with soft, well-drained soil enriched with compost.
Sow seeds directly onto the soil and press lightly—do not bury deep.
Place in a sunny area and keep the soil evenly moist.
Avoid shifting the plant once established, as poppies don’t like transplanting.
Preparation: Prepare soft, well-tilled soil and mix compost.
Sowing: Scatter seeds on the surface and press gently.
Watering: Use a mist sprayer to avoid displacing seeds.
Germination: 7–12 days in cool weather.
Transplanting: Not recommended; sow directly in final location.
Sunlight: Needs 6–8 hours of sunlight daily.
Soil: Loose, well-drained soil for strong root growth.
Fertilization: Light feeding with organic compost every 2–3 weeks.
Pruning: Remove dried flowers to encourage blooming.
Support and Spacing: Space 20–25 cm apart for healthy growth.
Pest Control: Rarely affected; keep area weed-free.
Disease Prevention: Avoid waterlogging; good air circulation is key.
Mulching: Use dry mulch to retain soil moisture.
Harvesting: Cut fresh blooms in the morning for arrangements.
1. Use Nutrient-Rich Fertilizers When Flowering Starts
When your flowers start to bloom, use nutrient-rich fertilizers like Organic Bone Meal Powder or Super Meal Organic Manure. These options help your plants produce bigger and brighter blooms.
2. Choose Organic Fertilizers
Opt for organic fertilizers such as Vermicompost Fertilizer or Cow Dung Manure Fertilizer to naturally boost plant health and improve soil quality.
3. Fertilize at Regular Intervals
Apply fertilizers every 20-25 days using products like Neem Cake to ensure your flowers get a steady supply of nutrients.
Rich red, silky blooms that glow in sunlight
Great for natural wildflower gardens or formal settings
Easy to grow with low maintenance
Loved by pollinators like bees
Classic beauty in winter garden beds
Perfect for cut flower arrangements
Adds seasonal beauty to winter gardens
Great for borders, beds, and landscape displays
Symbolizes remembrance and peace
Easy ornamental flower even for beginner gardeners
Do not transplant after germination.
Avoid overhead watering to reduce mildew risk.
Thin seedlings for airflow and better flower production.
Problem: Wilting leaves
Solution: Improve drainage and reduce watering.
Problem: No blooming
Solution: Provide full sun and use phosphorus-rich compost.
Problem: Pests like aphids
Solution: Spray with neem oil as needed.
Q: Can Poppy Red Shirley be grown in pots?
A: Yes, choose a deep container and sow directly without transplanting.
Q: When will these poppies bloom?
A: Blooms appear around 60–70 days after sowing in cool weather.
Q: Can I grow these in hot climates?
A: They prefer cool, dry winters. Not ideal for hot/humid zones.
Q: Do these flowers need staking?
A: No, the plants are self-supporting if spaced correctly.
Local Names of Poppy: Khuskhus Flower, Papi Phool, Posta Phool, Roja Poppy, Red Winter Flower
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Neha
Soil aur watering instructions follow kiya — 90% germination mila.
Karan
Germination time 6-7 din tha, har seed sprout ho gaya.
Tanu
Bee-attracting flower hai, garden mein life bhar gaya.
Ajeet
Sow karne ke 2 weeks mein poora patch bloom kar gaya.
Devansh
Morning sunlight mein red color aur zyada shine karta hai.
Ramesh
Packet pe instruction follow kiya aur perfect result mila.
Ankita
Mitti average thi lekin blooming mein koi issue nahi aaya.
Jaya
Very premium looking flowers nikle, sab guests ne notice kiya.
Neetu
Red poppy flowers kaafi bright the, ekdum eye-catching!
Bhavesh
Fast delivery and neat packaging — koi damage nahi tha.