Flowers
Poppy Iceland 'Artist's Glory'
Glorious late winter blooms of crinkled silk in gold, lemon, apricot and salmon. A sprinkling of bi-colours makes for magnificent borders.
Position
Full sun.
Sow
In trays of Yates Seed Raising Mix. Barely cover seed with mix, firm down and moisten. Transplant when 7cm high.
Care
Choose a well-drained area in full sun but sheltered from the wind. Work in compost and Thrive Granular All Purpose Fertiliser. Pick spent blooms to promote new growth. Feed with Yates Thrive Soluble Fertiliser fortnightly for stronger plants. Protect from snails with Yates Blitzem.
