{"product_id":"indian-shirley-poppy-mix","title":"Indian Shirley Poppy - Mix","description":"\u003cp\u003eIndian Shirley Poppy is an annual flowering plant that grows profusely in cool climates, the plant produces very soft, thin and small flowers that look like paper flowers painted with watercolors. You can easily grow the Indian Shirley poppy from seed as it starts flowering within a few months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size grow bag is best for Indian Shirley?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e9 x 9 (W*H)\u003cbr\u003e12 x 12(W*H)\u003cbr\u003e15 x 12 (W*H)\u003cbr\u003e15 x 15 (W*H)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen To Plant Shirley Poppy  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe growing season for Indian Shirley poppies in India typically spans from late autumn to early spring, varying by region. In North India, it’s from October\/November to February\/March. Adjust planting times based on your local climate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow To Grow Shirley Poppy From Seeds \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou should sow Shirley poppy directly into pots or outdoor gardens as it does not like transplanting. Sow the poppy seeds when the soil temperature is around 18-21°C. For growing Shirley poppies in a container, select a pot or grow bag at least 22 cm wide and deep to plant poppies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndian Shirley Poppy Mixed Seeds Sowing Method\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTake a pot or grow bag and fill the pot with potting soil mix. Spread Shirly seeds in the soil as the seeds are very tiny like small dust particles so cover them thinly with vermiculite or soil. They need light to germinate so keep the pot in a sunny spot. Water the soil gently through a watering can and keep it moist until germination; Shirly poppy seeds can germinate in about 5-14 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest Fertilizer For Shirley Poppy Plant \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShirley Poppy does not require any fertilizer, but if the plant blooms less, you can add a phosphorus-rich fertilizer to the soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShirley Poppy Plant Care Tips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSoil : Use rich and well-drained soil to plant Shirley Poppy.\u003cbr\u003eWater : Once the poppy is established, it needs to be watered about once a week. But do not let the soil dry out for long and keep the soil moist.\u003cbr\u003eSunlight : Shirley poppies thrive in full sunlight, which should be at least 6 hours.\u003cbr\u003eTemperature : Shirly poppy grows best in temperature between 10-20°C.\u003cbr\u003eCommon pests and diseases : Pests such as slugs, and snails inhibit plant growth and fungal diseases affect the Shirley poppies plant. You can use neem oil to control these pests and diseases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShirley Poppy Flowering Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTypically, Shirley poppies bloom from late spring to summer and take 75 to 90 days to flower after sowing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Hobbit Land","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43754049536034,"sku":"HOBFS027ISPM","price":199.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0730\/7155\/8690\/files\/IndianShirleyPoppy-Mix.jpg?v=1745130826","url":"https:\/\/www.thehobbitland.in\/products\/indian-shirley-poppy-mix","provider":"The Hobbit Land","version":"1.0","type":"link"}