The Blue Himalayan Poppy, Meconopsis betonicifolia, is one of the most beautiful and fascinating poppies that I know of. Its striking, clear, cool, light blue color reminds me of the a lovely blue summer sky. Unfortunately, it is very unlikely that I will ever see it blooming in my own garden here in Austin since it requires some very specific growing conditions. It likes a cool climate and the soil should have good drainage and be slightly acidic. Pretty much the opposite of what my garden has to offer. Therefore I was particularly pleased to meet this poppy in person in a garden in England at one of our trips. Are you also smitten with the beauty of this poppy? I am curious, is anyone of you able to grow this very special poppy in your own garden? . . . #himalayanpoppy #himalayanbluepoppies #meconopsisbetonicifolia #england #blueflowers #blueflower #lightblueflowers #lightblueflower #flowercrush #flowersofinstagram #gardening (at Austin, Texas) https://www.instagram.com/p/CCV4bATA_Fv/?igshid=1vio9ckrsw6ub