Himalayan blue poppy 'Lingholm'

Thrives in areas with cool, damp summers. The soil needs to be neutral to slightly acidic, moist but well-drained and enriched with leaf mould or humus. The site should be partially shaded with shelter from cold, dry winds

Cut down to the base in late autumn

Propagate by seed or by division after flowering but can be short-lived

May be attacked by slugs and snails

May be affected by a downy mildew