Berrybank Nursery, 5 Boggs Holdings, Pencaitland, East Lothian, EH34 5BA

Meconopsis complexa

Synonym(s): Meconopsis napaulensis Common Name: 'Nepal poppy'

Extraordinary, enormous over-wintering rosettes of hairy leaves, produce spectacular spires of many flowers which may be red, yellow, pink or white, in the late spring and early summer. May-Jun. H200cm S75cm. 

Care Instructions

A monocarpic species that will die after flowering but sets plenty of seed. Grow in a reliably moist, humus-rich soil in semi-shade. Shelter from cold drying winds. 

  • Alpines
  • Good for partial shade
  • Good for well-drained soil
  • Pink flowers
  • Red flowers
  • White flowers
  • Yellow flowers
  • Good for spring
  • Good for summer
  • Over 1.2m
Plant No: 1681

About Us

Macplants have been growing top-quality perennials and alpines in East Lothian since 1979. We specialise in hardy perennials and grow one of the UK's widest ranges. Of particular note are our collections of Himalayan Blue Poppies (Meconopsis), autumn Gentians, Sanguisorbas, Hostas plus over 50 varieties of perennial Geraniums. 

Our Contacts

Berrybank Nursery,
5 Boggs Holdings,
Pencaitland
East Lothian
EH34 5BA

01875 592871