Perennials

Papaver nudicaule 'Garden Gnome'

Garden Gnome Iceland poppy

Papaver Garden Gnome Mix. Photo courtesy of Ball Horticultural Company.

Large, colorful poppy flowers rise above a low leafy base. This compact strain performs best in cooler weather. Grow in sandy, humus-rich soil; avoid excessive fertilizer.

At a glance

Sun: Full sun to part shade
Mature size: About 14 in. tall × Compact clump wide
Water: Moderate; well drained
Hardiness: USDA zones 3–7
Bloom: Mixed colors; cool-season bloom.

Sizes & prices

4.5″$9.99

Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.

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Resistance & tolerances

Wet soil: Needs well-drained soil.
Heat: Prefers cool growing conditions.

Pollinators & wildlife

Attracts: Bees

Growing & care

Maintenance: Remove spent flower stems regularly to encourage more flowers instead of seed production.

Sources & photo credits

Benary

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Botanical name: Kew Science.

Photo: Ball Horticultural Company image library · Authorized promotional use

Image notes: Papaver Garden Gnome Mix. Photo courtesy of Ball Horticultural Company. Resized, uncropped.

Reviewed September 19, 2026. Growing conditions vary by location.