What to Expect
Let the planting develop.
Fast-growing color in suitable conditions. Plants may behave as annuals or short-lived perennials depending on climate and can volunteer from seed in later seasons.
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Short-lived perennial in mild climates · commonly grown as an annual elsewhere
California Poppy
Brilliant orange California native color for sunny, well-drained sites.
California Poppy brings unmistakable orange color to sunny, lean-soil plantings. It is a short-lived perennial in mild climates and is commonly grown as an annual where winters or summer conditions limit persistence. Once established, it is well suited to dry naturalized areas and may reseed where conditions are favorable.
Coverage2 oz up to 500 sq ft · 4 oz up to 1,000 sq ft · 8 oz up to 2,000 sq ft · 1 lb up to 4,000 sq ft
SunlightFull sun.
When to PlantDirect sow in fall in mild-winter climates or in early spring as soon as the soil can be worked in colder regions.
What you’re planting
Individual flower seed
- California Poppy
How to Plant
Prepare, sow, and press.
Direct sow where the plants will grow. Cover very lightly (about 1/8 inch), press for good contact, and keep moist through germination. Once established, avoid excessive water and fertilizer.
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