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California Poppy

This fast-growing annual bears bright, fragrant flowers. A vibrant addition to garden's edge, tucked in sunny corners of a patio or along walkways. Requires full sun exposure and poor, well-drained soil.

Companion Plants

Fountain Grass

Lilyturf

Spike Speedwell

Plant Details

  • Common name

    California Poppy

  • Botanical name

    Eschscholzia californica

  • Variety

    Sundew

  • Zone

    USDA Zone 6 (-10°F) to USDA Zone 10 (30°F).

  • Light

    Sun

  • Height

    8-15" (20-38 cm)

  • Habit

    Upright

  • Feed

    Use all-purpose

  • Water

    2-3 times per week

  • Bloom Color

    Yellow

  • Bloom Time

    Summer-fall

  • Maintenance

    Mulch to reduce weeds

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