Red California Poppy
Eschscholzia Californica 'Red'
Overview
The Red California Poppy (Eschscholzia californica 'Red') offers a vibrant take on the state flower with its deep red blooms. Thriving in USDA zones 5-9, this drought-tolerant perennial requires full sun and well-drained soil. It grows 12-18 inches tall and 6-12 inches wide, perfect for adding low-maintenance color to rock gardens or borders. Flowers appear from spring to fall, with peak blooming in early summer.
Culture
- Sun
- Full, Half
- Water
- Medium
- USDA zones
- 9–9
Shape & size
Classification
- Type
- Annual
- Family
- Papaveraceae
- Climate
- Mediterranean
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