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Matilija Poppy

Matilija Poppy

Romneya coulteri

shrub☀️ full sun💧 low waterZone 8aZone 10b

A California native shrub prized for its large, fragrant white flowers with golden stamens that bloom in late spring and early summer. Drought-tolerant once established, it thrives in hot, sunny locations with minimal water.

Overview

Form
upright spreading
Growth Rate
moderate
Size
4–8′ tall × 4–8′ wide
Dormancy
deciduous

Tolerances & Soil

high
Zone 8aZone 10b
1471013
ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 8a to Zone 10b

pH Range

67.5
7.0
3.556.589
pH range: 6 to 7.5

Seasonality

Bloom Season

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Season of Interest

SpringSummer

Shrub

Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.

Succession Role

pioneer

Native to the United States

Native Range

Southern California

Native to: California

Function & Care

pollinator nectaryerosion control

Establishment & Care

Establishment
moderate
Maintenance
low
Propagation
seed, root cutting

Companion Planting

Plants well with