California Poppy

Eschscholzia Californica

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Overview

Eschscholzia californica, commonly known as California Poppy, is a vibrant perennial with cup-shaped, orange-yellow flowers, reaching 6-12 inches in height. This drought-tolerant native showcases feathery blue-green foliage, flourishing in full sun and well-drained soils. Blooms from March to September, it's an excellent choice for low-water gardens and mass plantings for a splash of color. Zones 5-10. Attracts pollinators while being deer resistant.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 9–9Climate Mediterranean

California Poppy (Eschscholzia Californica) — commonly known as California Poppy

California Poppy (Eschscholzia Californica) — is a vibrant perennial with cup-shaped

California Poppy (Eschscholzia Californica) — reaching 6-12 inches in height

California Poppy (Eschscholzia Californica) — This drought-tolerant native showcases feathery blue-green foliage

California Poppy (Eschscholzia Californica) — flourishing in full sun and well-drained soils

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 9–9

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Papaveraceae
Climate: Mediterranean

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California Poppy (Eschscholzia Californica) — commonly known as California Poppy

California Poppy (Eschscholzia Californica) — is a vibrant perennial with cup-shaped

California Poppy (Eschscholzia Californica) — reaching 6-12 inches in height

California Poppy (Eschscholzia Californica) — This drought-tolerant native showcases feathery blue-green foliage

California Poppy (Eschscholzia Californica) — flourishing in full sun and well-drained soils

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