The White Lilies (page 63): "and beyond, / a churning sea of poppies—"
Family: Papaveraceae
Type: Herbaceous annual, some biennial or short-lived perennials
Blooming period: late Spring to early Summer
Sun requirement: Partial shade
Soil requirement: Rich, moist, neutral to acidic
Notes: Poppies are used in the production of opium. The poppy is also used as a symbol of remembrance for those killed in war, especially in the United Kingdom.