what color is a poppy flower

Poppies come in a variety of colors, ranging from white to vivid reds and oranges, and there are also cream, yellow, blue, and purple poppies. The Oriental poppy produces large, soft pink flowers with black centers above gray divided leaves in May or June, sometimes blooming again in the summer. The opium poppy produces flowers in shades of pink, purple, and white. Some poppy species and varieties produce different flower colors, and mixtures of different colors can be purchased. The symbolism of poppies varies depending on their color. For example, the red poppy symbolizes remembrance, resilience, and peace, while the white poppy symbolizes peace without violence.