Identifying a Mystery Flower: "Lollipop" Description

A reader describes a plant over a foot tall with large red blossoms and foliage resembling poppy or pea leaves, called "lollipop" by the grower. Without a photo, identification is guesswork. "Lollipop" is a common name applied to many plants, not a specific species.

Possibilities include Salvia varieties, geraniums, or even a red-flowered Papaver (poppy). The best approach: take a clear digital photo and consult a local garden center or nursery familiar with regional plants. They can provide an accurate ID and source for seeds or starts.

If you spot the plant again, photograph the whole plant, leaves, flowers, and stem. Note sun exposure, soil, and bloom time. This detail helps experts pinpoint the species.