ORIENTAL POPPY:  Our selection contains a number of different varieties of this popular flower.  Blooms can measure 10-15 cm across in colours of red, salmon and orange.  Full sun and rich well-drained soils suit this species best.   Flowers appear in July and last only for a few weeks, but put on an amazing display.  Seeds can be sown direct in late fall, early spring.  We have had the best results by starting the seeds outside in April/May in containers, when the nights are still cold and then carefully transplanting the seedlings.  Minimal root disturbance is advisable.  Cover the seeds with .5 cm of soil and keep moist until germination occurs.  60 seeds.    P605