Bring golden sunshine to your garden, no matter the weather!
California Poppy Orange is a true wildflower gem, bursting with silky, vibrant orange petals that dance in the breeze. This drought-tolerant beauty thrives in tough spots and rewards you with a sea of glowing blooms.
Variety: California Poppy (Eschscholzia californica)
Growth Habit: Upright, cool-season annual
Height: 12ā18 inches
Color: Brilliant orange
Planting Conditions: Full sun; prefers dry, sandy soil; direct sow
Bloom Time: 55ā70 days from sowing
Uses: Wildflower meadows, pollinator gardens, low-maintenance landscapes
Fun Fact: These poppies close their petals at night and on cloudy days, then reopen with the morning sun!
If youāve got a patch of poor soil or a sunny slope that needs a little love, California poppies are your go-to. Their vivid orange blooms create a glowing carpet that bees and butterflies canāt resist. Theyāre perfect for naturalizing, and once established, theyāll often reseed themselves, like a gift that keeps on giving.
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š Choose a Sunny Spot: These poppies love full sun and dry, well-drained soil.
š± Sow the Seeds: Surface sow and press lightly, no need to cover.
š§ Water Sparingly: Once established, theyāre drought-tolerant and thrive on neglect.
šæ Thin and Maintain: Thin to 6ā8 inches apart for best bloom coverage.
āļø Harvest: Enjoy fresh blooms or let them self-seed for next seasonās show.
