A hardy annual native to Europe, which has naturalized throughout the United States. The large 2-4 inch blooms are fire engine-red vividly marked with purplish-black centers individually borne on erect hairy stems. The foliage remains inconspicuous allowing the flower to express its full beauty. Prefers well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Performs best if sown in late fall in the southern regions of the U.S or in early spring in the northern regions of the U.S. An outstanding spring favorite. Annual likes full sun-part shade The CORN Poppy in this package will grow to a mature height of about 12 to 24 inches tall. These plants prefer an area of full sunlight. Blooms June through September Zones 3-10.