{"product_id":"poppy-hens-and-chickens","title":"Poppy Seeds, Hens and Chickens","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003ePapaver somniferum\u003c\/em\u003e). Breadseed type poppy. Extraterrestrial and out of this world! The Hens and Chickens poppy is highly coveted by fine florists who use the unusual seed heads in arrangements. Named for its unusual habit of forming small clusters of smaller seed pods in a halo shape around the main seed pod, like a momma hen and her chicks. The fresh flowers are gorgeous in their own right, with silky pink petals splashed with purple. As the petals fall, the strikingly unusual form of the seed pods is fully revealed! Plants stand 2.5 to 3 feet tall on long slender stems, excellent for cutting and drying. Annual that easily self sows.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hens and Chickens poppies thrive in full sun and prefer well-drained, moderately rich, and loose soil, though they can tolerate poorer soils when necessary. The ideal temperature for optimal growth is 60-65 F, and it grows best in cool, early spring conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511747150110,"sku":"FL888","price":4.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/poppy_hens_and_chickens.jpg?v=1782403946","url":"https:\/\/www.rareseeds.com\/products\/poppy-hens-and-chickens","provider":"RareSeeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}