Will Poppies Bloom More Than Once

If your poppies have been in place for a number of years, you might notice in some of the plants new leaves at the point 3 inches above the base when you prune. These plants may rebloom throughout the summer, though their color may be a paler shade than the first bloom.

Will poppies flower twice?

They may need support to keep them upright –place this over the mound of foliage before the flower stems appear. A poppy flower will last for about 10 days but plants will have a second flush of flowers if they’re cut back.

How do you keep poppies blooming?

  1. Water. While poppies can handle drought, watering the soil thoroughly once a week can help the flowers thrive and encourage more blooms.
  2. Weed. To prevent other plants from coming in and competing for water and nutrients, keep your poppy bed weed-free.
  3. Deadhead.
Elena Rostova

Elena Rostova

Lead Health, Wellness & Medical Journalist

Elena Rostova holds a Master's degree in Public Health Journalism. She covers groundbreaking medical research, holistic wellness trends, mental health awareness, and nutritional science.

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