Red California Poppy

Eschscholzia Californica 'Red'

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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.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 9–9Climate Mediterranean

Red California Poppy (Eschscholzia Californica 'Red') — Thriving in USDA zones 5-9, this drought-tolerant perennial requires full sun and well-drained soil

Culture

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

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Papaveraceae
Climate: Mediterranean

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Red California Poppy (Eschscholzia Californica 'Red') — scientifically designated as Eschscholzia californica 'Red'

Red California Poppy (Eschscholzia Californica 'Red') — Flowers appear from spring to fall, with peak blooming in early summer

Red California Poppy (Eschscholzia Californica 'Red') — an unusual hue contrasted with the more common orange or yellow varieties of its species; although

Red California Poppy (Eschscholzia Californica 'Red') — typically grows between 12 and 18 inches in height and spans an equal width; perfect for adding

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