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When “wild” gardeners think of California Poppies, this is the one that comes to mind. Majestic, elegant, and stunningly colorful. Though California Poppy Seeds can, of course, be planted in smaller plots, they tend to truly dazzle when planted in abundance.
Michigan Seeds and Plants grown on our farm, Renegade Acres, in Howell, MI!
Certified Organic by Oregon Tilth.
Additional Info
| Botanical Name | Eschscholzia californica |
|---|---|
| Life Cycle | Annual |
| Min. Time to Germinate | 7 Days |
| Max. Time to Germinate | 21 Days |
| Depth to Sow Seeds | 1/4 in. |
| When to Sow | Indoors 6-8 weeks before last spring frost, Outdoors after all danger of spring frost is past |
| Growing Height | 12-18 in. (30-45 cm) |
| Plant Spacing | 6-9 in. (15-22 cm) |
| Hardiness | N/A |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun |
| Danger | All parts of plant are poisonous if ingested |
| Bloom Color | Gold (Yellow-Orange) |
| Bloom Time | Mid-Summer |
| Foliage | Blue-Green, Herbaceous |
| Other Details | Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping |
| Soil pH Requirements | 6.6 to 7.5 (neutral) |
| Propagation Methods | From seed; direct sow after last frost, From seed; direct sow outdoors in fall, From seed; sow indoors before last frost |
| Seed Collecting | Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds |
| Seeds Per Pack | 100 |
