Healthy Celandine Poppy Plant
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Celandine Poppy

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  • Full Shade to Partial Shade (0 - 4 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
  • Mature Height 12 - 18 Inches
  • Mature Spread 12 - 15 Inches
  • Growing Zones 4 - 8

The Celandine poppy is a native of the southeastern portions of the United States and a genuine member of the Papaver family. The silvery-green foliage is deeply lobed and almost has a frilly look. The bright-yellow flowers are long lasting and continue from April to June. This herbaceous perennial spreads quite easily and freely if given the growing conditions it prefers. Unlike the imported European lesser Celandine (which is a Ranunculus), Stylophorum diphyllum is a well-behaved ground cover that is easy to keep in its desired location.

The Celandine Poppy is best planted near woodland streams, boggy areas, or other rich, moist sites. Rain garden designers like to use this plant for zone 2, just at the edge of the boggy middle. The bright-yellow flowers and medium growth habit fill the space around taller shrubs of the rain garden. This ground cover is mostly deer resistant due to the bitter sap it exudes from bruised or cut stems, although other small mammals enjoy the large number of seeds produced from late summer into the fall. Very few diseases or other pests bother Celandine Poppy, making it a low-maintenance plant. 

Celandine Poppy Care

Plant Celandine Poppy in acidic to neutral pH soil that stays moist but drains well. Full sun to part shade sites are perfect for a long-blooming period. The soil can be top-dressed with 2-3 inches of organic compost every spring, just as new growth appears. This helps the soil retain moisture longer and feeds the roots as the compost breaks down over the summer. Water with at least 1 inch of water a week if there is no natural rainfall. Drip irrigation and soaker hoses help to get the water deep in the soil as close to the root zone as possible.

Celandine Poppy requires no maintenance during the growing season. The flowers should be left on the plant to form seeds for local wildlife. Any spent top growth from the previous year can be removed and composted or put in municipal green waste. Divide this perennial every 3-4 years to reinvigorate the root system. Plant each new section quickly to keep the roots from drying out. 

Celandine Poppy Spacing

The mature height and spread of Celandine Poppy are pretty compact at 18 inches. Space each plant 16 inches apart on center.

Celandine Poppy Information

USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 - 8
Plant Type: Perennial
Light Exposure: Full Shade to Partial Shade (0 - 4 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
Mature Height: 12 - 18 Inches
Mature Spread: 12 - 15 Inches
Spacing: 12 - 15 Inches
Habit: Mounded
Flower Color(s): Yellow
Flower Description: Bright Yellow
Bloom Period: Mid April Into Early June
Foliage Type: Herbaceous
Foliage Color(s): Green, Silver
Foliage Description: Heavily Lobed, Deep Green, Silver Backed Foliage
Seasonal Interest: Spring Flowering
Watering: Average
Resists: Disease, Pests & Insects
Tolerates: N/A
Attracts: N/A
Container Role:
Uses: Borders, Containers
Features: Native to North America
Brand: American Beauties Native Plants
Common Name: Celandine Poppy
Other Name(s): Celandine Poppy
Scientific Name: Stylophorum diphyllum

Container Sizes

Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.

4.5 Pot

4.5" Pot
 Also Know As:
   4.5" Container

 Plant Age:
   ~ 6 months
 Plant Size:
   ~ 3"-6"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
 Volume:
   1.42 quarts

Quart Pot

Quart Pot
 Also Know As:
   Quart

 Plant Age:
   ~ 1 year old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 4"-8"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
 Volume:
   1.50 quarts

2.5 Quart

2.5 Quart
 Also Know As:
   2.5 Quart Pot

 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 year old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 8"-12"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
 Volume:
   2.20-2.30 quarts

#1 Pot

#1 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #1 Container
    1 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 2 year old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 10"-14"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 7"H x 7.75"W
 Volume:
   2.26-3.73 quarts

#2 Pot

#2 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #2 Container
    2 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 2-3 year old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-18"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
 Volume:
   1.19-1.76 gallons

#3 Pot

#3 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #3 Container
    3 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 3-4 year old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-30"
 Pot Size:
   ~9.5"H x 11"W
 Volume:
   2.32-2.76 gallons


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The warranty is purchased on a per plant basis and must be purchased at the same time as the plant purchase. We will cover 100% of the price of the plant but the warranty does not cover shipping cost. Simply let us know if your plant has died within one year of receiving it and we’ll get you a new one shipped out. We may ask for photos for documentation purposes but again we’ll try to make it as easy as possible.

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Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice

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Summer Shipping

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Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.

It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.