California poppy
Eschscholzia californica
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A cheerful California native annual with silky, cup-shaped flowers in shades of orange, yellow, and red. Extremely drought-tolerant and easy to grow, thriving in poor soil with minimal water once established.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Family
Native to the United States
Native Range
California native
Native to: California
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Notable Cultivars
Orange King and Golden West are traditional double-flowered cultivars; Apricot Chiffon and Peach Sorbet are popular modern varieties selected for ruffled petals and extended bloom.
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
pH Range
Soil Texture
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
A cheerful California native annual with silky, cup-shaped flowers in shades of orange, yellow, and red. Extremely drought-tolerant and easy to grow, thriving in poor soil with minimal water once established.
Climate Match for your location
See how well California poppy grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Family
Native to the United States
Native Range
California native
Native to: California
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
pH Range
Soil Texture
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
Companion Planting
Plants well with
Notable Cultivars
Orange King and Golden West are traditional double-flowered cultivars; Apricot Chiffon and Peach Sorbet are popular modern varieties selected for ruffled petals and extended bloom.