Stunning field of vibrant poppies captured in Sussex

The Argus Camera Club member, Claire Andrews, captured these pictures when enjoying a walk in the sunshine between Woodingdean and Ovingdean.

Claire’s photos show a sea of vibrant red poppies growing across the Sussex landscape.

Poppies, also known as Papaver, typically bloom for about 1 to 2 months, between spring and early summer.

There are more than 70 species of poppy in a range of shapes and colours, suited to different gardens and planting styles.

A field of poppies captured by Claire Andrews (Image: Claire Andrews) The most widely grown variety is the Papaver orientale, a perennial poppy with large, bowl-shaped orange-red flowers with purple-black blotches.

While red is the most common colour of poppy, as seen in Clare’s pictures, poppies can also be found in white, pink, yellow, and even blue.

The poppy is a particularly symbolic flower, with a rich history of medicinal and culinary uses, as well as playing a crucial role in the ecosystems as a source of food for pollinators.

The flower has become a widely recognisable symbol of remembrance, following the aftermath of the First World War.