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Island Bush Poppy

Dendromecon Harfordii

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Overview

The Island Bush Poppy, or Dendromecon harfordii, is a showy evergreen shrub endemic to California's Channel Islands. It reaches up to 8 feet tall and spreads up to 6 feet wide. This species boasts silvery-green foliage and large, vivid yellow poppy flowers in spring and summer. Preferring full sun and well-drained soil, it thrives in USDA zones 7-10 and is drought-tolerant once established, adding a vibrant component to xeriscaped gardens.

Sun FullWater LowZones 9–9Type Shrub
Island Bush Poppy (Dendromecon Harfordii) — the Island Bush Poppy thrives in well-draining soils
Island Bush Poppy (Dendromecon Harfordii) — measuring 2 to 4 inches longIsland Bush Poppy (Dendromecon Harfordii) — provide an elegant backdrop to the brightIsland Bush Poppy (Dendromecon Harfordii) — is a showy evergreen shrub endemic to California's Channel IslandsIsland Bush Poppy (Dendromecon Harfordii) — Maintenance is minimal, occasional pruning may encourage denser growthIsland Bush Poppy (Dendromecon Harfordii) — attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies.<br><br>With a preference for full sun exposureIsland Bush Poppy (Dendromecon Harfordii) — incorporating this shrub can create a dramatic focal point or an effective screen+31

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Low
USDA zones
9–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Papaveraceae

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Island Bush Poppy (Dendromecon Harfordii) — the Island Bush Poppy thrives in well-draining soils
Island Bush Poppy (Dendromecon Harfordii) — measuring 2 to 4 inches long
Island Bush Poppy (Dendromecon Harfordii) — provide an elegant backdrop to the bright
Island Bush Poppy (Dendromecon Harfordii) — is a showy evergreen shrub endemic to California's Channel Islands
Island Bush Poppy (Dendromecon Harfordii) — Maintenance is minimal, occasional pruning may encourage denser growth
Island Bush Poppy (Dendromecon Harfordii) — attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies.<br><br>With a preference for full sun exposure
Island Bush Poppy (Dendromecon Harfordii) — incorporating this shrub can create a dramatic focal point or an effective screen
Island Bush Poppy (Dendromecon Harfordii) — requiring minimal irrigation once established; thus
Island Bush Poppy (Dendromecon Harfordii) — emerge throughout spring and summer
Island Bush Poppy (Dendromecon Harfordii) — This species boasts silvery-green foliage and large, vivid yellow poppy flowers in spring and summer
Island Bush Poppy (Dendromecon Harfordii) — As a perennial with moderate growth rate
Island Bush Poppy (Dendromecon Harfordii) — adding a vibrant component to xeriscaped gardens
Island Bush Poppy (Dendromecon Harfordii) — it thrives in USDA zones 7-10 and is drought-tolerant once established
Island Bush Poppy (Dendromecon Harfordii) — scientifically known as Dendromecon harfordii
Island Bush Poppy (Dendromecon Harfordii) — It reaches up to 8 feet tall and spreads up to 6 feet wide
Island Bush Poppy (Dendromecon Harfordii) — the Island Bush Poppy will delight your client with its resilience and year-round interest
Island Bush Poppy (Dendromecon Harfordii) — approximately 2 to 3 inches in diameter
Island Bush Poppy (Dendromecon Harfordii) — making it an excellent choice for water-wise gardens or xeriscaping
Island Bush Poppy (Dendromecon Harfordii) — silvery-green foliage and vibrant yellow flowers
Island Bush Poppy (Dendromecon Harfordii) — Preferring full sun and well-drained soil
Island Bush Poppy (Dendromecon Harfordii) — offering a robust silhouette
Island Bush Poppy (Dendromecon Harfordii) — Its tolerance for salt spray also suits coastal environments.<br><br>For the landscape designer
Island Bush Poppy (Dendromecon Harfordii) — is a captivating evergreen shrub native to the Channel Islands off the coast of California
Dendromecon Harfordii
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