{"product_id":"mr-fothergills-poppy-shirley-seeds","title":"Mr Fothergills Poppy Shirley Seeds","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"95d93386-153f-4290-8f59-1eb67aff7748\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"241\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"38\"\u003eMr Fothergills Poppy Shirley Seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e are easy-to-grow hardy annual flower seeds that produce delicate, tissue-paper blooms in soft pinks, reds and whites, creating a light, airy display while attracting bees and butterflies to your garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"243\" data-end=\"246\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"248\" data-end=\"264\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"265\" data-end=\"612\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"265\" data-end=\"325\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"267\" data-end=\"325\"\u003eHardy annual poppy, flowering in the same year as sowing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"326\" data-end=\"384\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"328\" data-end=\"384\"\u003eElegant single blooms with a soft, translucent texture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"385\" data-end=\"453\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"387\" data-end=\"453\"\u003eMixed pastel and bright shades for a natural cottage-garden look\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"454\" data-end=\"492\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"456\" data-end=\"492\"\u003eAttractive to bees and butterflies\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"493\" data-end=\"556\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"495\" data-end=\"556\"\u003eIdeal for borders, wildflower areas and cut flower displays\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"557\" data-end=\"612\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"559\" data-end=\"612\"\u003eLow maintenance and suitable for beginner gardeners\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"614\" data-end=\"617\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"619\" data-end=\"643\"\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"644\" data-end=\"975\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"644\" data-end=\"682\"\u003eMr Fothergills Poppy Shirley Seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e (Papaver rhoeas) are a classic choice for adding effortless colour and movement to borders and cottage gardens. The slender stems carry beautifully formed single flowers with a light, papery appearance that dances gently in the breeze, creating a relaxed and natural effect throughout summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"977\" data-end=\"1380\"\u003eThese Shirley poppies are valued for their reliability and ease of growth, thriving in sunny positions with well-drained soil. They are equally effective when sown in drifts for impact or scattered among other annuals to soften planting schemes. As a wildlife-friendly variety, the open flowers provide an accessible source of pollen for beneficial insects, supporting pollinators throughout the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1382\" data-end=\"1385\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1387\" data-end=\"1405\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1406\" data-end=\"1698\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1406\" data-end=\"1431\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1408\" data-end=\"1431\"\u003eBrand: Mr Fothergills\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1432\" data-end=\"1462\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1434\" data-end=\"1462\"\u003eProduct Type: Flower seeds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1463\" data-end=\"1500\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1465\" data-end=\"1500\"\u003eVariety: Poppy Shirley Single Mix\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1501\" data-end=\"1537\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1503\" data-end=\"1537\"\u003eBotanical Name: \u003cem data-start=\"1519\" data-end=\"1535\"\u003ePapaver rhoeas\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1538\" data-end=\"1567\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1540\" data-end=\"1567\"\u003ePlant Class: Hardy annual\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1568\" data-end=\"1598\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1570\" data-end=\"1598\"\u003eHeight: Approx. 60cm (2ft)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1599\" data-end=\"1638\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1601\" data-end=\"1638\"\u003eColour: Mixed (pinks, reds, whites)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1639\" data-end=\"1662\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1641\" data-end=\"1662\"\u003eSituation: Full sun\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1663\" data-end=\"1698\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1665\" data-end=\"1698\"\u003eHabitat: Medium, upright growth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1700\" data-end=\"1703\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1705\" data-end=\"1726\"\u003eCare \u0026amp; Usage Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1727\" data-end=\"2029\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1727\" data-end=\"1779\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1729\" data-end=\"1779\"\u003eSow directly outdoors where plants are to flower\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1780\" data-end=\"1826\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1782\" data-end=\"1826\"\u003eChoose a sunny site with well-drained soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1827\" data-end=\"1889\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1829\" data-end=\"1889\"\u003eAvoid transplanting, as poppies prefer to grow undisturbed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1890\" data-end=\"1961\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1892\" data-end=\"1961\"\u003eDeadheading is optional; leaving seed heads encourages self-seeding\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1962\" data-end=\"2029\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1964\" data-end=\"2029\"\u003eFor cut flowers, harvest early in the morning as buds just open\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2031\" data-end=\"2034\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2036\" data-end=\"2076\"\u003eAdd Effortless Colour to Your Garden\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2077\" data-end=\"2321\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eMr Fothergills Poppy Shirley Seeds are perfect for gardeners seeking low-effort, high-impact flowers with natural charm. Ideal for borders, pollinator gardens and cut flower displays, they bring lasting beauty and movement to any outdoor space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mr Fothergills","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57113886032256,"sku":"30231576","price":2.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0762\/3570\/2578\/files\/mr-fothergills-poppy-shirley-seeds.jpg?v=1767543113","url":"https:\/\/oldrailwaylinegc.co.uk\/products\/mr-fothergills-poppy-shirley-seeds","provider":"Old Railway Line Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}