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Matilija Poppy

Romneya Coulteri

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Overview

The Matilija Poppy or Romneya coulteri is a striking perennial, native to California. It boasts large, pure white petals surrounding a golden-yellow center, resembling fried eggs, up to 9 inches across. This drought-tolerant plant reaches heights of 5-8 feet and spreads vigorously up to 5 feet wide, thriving in full sun. Its woody stems and blue-green foliage add to its allure. Ideal for creating dramatic backdrops in xeriscapes or wild gardens.

Sun Full, HalfWater Very LowZones 7–10Type PerennialClimate Arid, Mediterranean

Matilija Poppy (Romneya Coulteri) — this perennial demands adequate space to showcase its bushy gray-green foliage and arresting flowers; perennial with white

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Very Low
USDA zones: 7–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type: Perennial
Family: Papaveraceae
Climate: Arid, Mediterranean

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Matilija Poppy (Romneya Coulteri) — scientifically known as *Romneya coulteri*; the Matilija Poppy requires full sun exposure to flourish and well-draining soil

Matilija Poppy (Romneya Coulteri) — stands as a stately presence in any landscape design; the Matilija Poppy becomes a captivating addition

Matilija Poppy (Romneya Coulteri) — this perennial demands adequate space to showcase its bushy gray-green foliage and arresting flowers

Matilija Poppy (Romneya Coulteri) — Flowering season occurs principally in the late spring and summer, image 38

Matilija Poppy (Romneya Coulteri) — Commendable for its showy flowers and resilience; which can measure up to 9 inches across

Matilija Poppy (Romneya Coulteri) — Clients will appreciate its low-maintenance nature

Matilija Poppy (Romneya Coulteri) — Its woody stems and blue-green foliage add to its allure

Matilija Poppy (Romneya Coulteri) — pure white petals surrounding a golden-yellow center

Matilija Poppy (Romneya Coulteri) — Clients will appreciate its low-maintenance nature; native to California and Northern Mexico, image 66

Matilija Poppy (Romneya Coulteri) — Flowering season occurs principally in the late spring and summer

Matilija Poppy (Romneya Coulteri) — the Matilija Poppy requires full sun exposure to flourish and well-draining soil; commendable for its showy flowers and

Matilija Poppy (Romneya Coulteri) — pure white petals surrounding a golden-yellow center; this perennial demands adequate space to showcase its, image 52

Matilija Poppy (Romneya Coulteri) — as it does not tolerate waterlogged roots; pure white petals surrounding a golden-yellow center

Matilija Poppy (Romneya Coulteri) — This drought-tolerant plant reaches heights of 5-8 feet and spreads vigorously up to 5 feet wide

Matilija Poppy (Romneya Coulteri) — Commendable for its showy flowers and resilience

Matilija Poppy (Romneya Coulteri) — The Matilija Poppy or Romneya coulteri is a striking perennial, native to California; its woody stems and blue-green

Matilija Poppy (Romneya Coulteri) — perennial for full or half; bringing both beauty and a touch of the wild to the landscape

Matilija Poppy (Romneya Coulteri) — as it is drought-tolerant once established; clients will appreciate its low-maintenance nature

Matilija Poppy (Romneya Coulteri) — This drought-tolerant plant reaches heights of 5-8 feet and spreads vigorously up to 5 feet wide; and while it can be a

Matilija Poppy (Romneya Coulteri) — Flowering season occurs principally in the late spring and summer, image 63

Matilija Poppy (Romneya Coulteri) — Native to California and Northern Mexico

Matilija Poppy (Romneya Coulteri) — which can measure up to 9 inches across; scientifically known as *Romneya coulteri*, image 62

Matilija Poppy (Romneya Coulteri) — and while it can be a prolific grower; white flowers in the garden

Matilija Poppy (Romneya Coulteri) — white flowers in the garden; large white blooms and bright yellow centers that bear a resemblance to fried eggs

Photographs by 17 contributors

Jean from Shelbyville, KY, CC BY 2.0 · source
JOE BLOWE from Bountiful, Utah, Iran, CC BY-SA 2.0 · source
Poiesia, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
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A. Barra, CC BY-SA 3.0 · source
Ghislain118 http://www.fleurs-des-montagnes.net, CC BY-SA 3.0 · source
Sten Porse, CC BY-SA 3.0 · source
Raffi Kojian, CC BY-SA 3.0 · source
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Jeff Gogarty, CC BY-SA 2.0 · source
Terry Lucas, CC BY 3.0 · source
Krzysztof Ziarnek, Kenraiz, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
emdot from San Luis Obispo, USA, CC BY 2.0 · source
Sheila Sund from Salem, United States, CC BY 2.0 · source
Mike Finn from Worcester, United Kingdom, CC BY 2.0 · source
Bob Betzen, CC BY 2.0 · source
The Marmot, CC BY 2.0 · source

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