Oriental poppies come in many shades but this apricot pink variety is one that is not to be missed although the blooms of oriental poppies are short lived prinzessin victoria louise39 does it in style with tall bristled stems contrasting with the delicate ruffled crepe paper45like petals around a deep dark centre followed by attractive seedheads to lengthen the period of interest this hardy perennial will be a favourite in cottage garden borders height 90cm 40363441 spread