Flower SeedsHSC-FLW-005-PKT
Eschscholzia californica
55 - 60Days to maturity

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California Poppy Flower Seed

Item #HSC-FLW-005-PKT

About this variety

The bright orange California wildflower.

Silky orange cups, 2–3" across, sit above neat mounds of finely cut, silvery green leaves and keep coming for a long season.

Handles drought and light frost, grows well in pots, and is a fine choice for sowing large areas.

Flowers about 55–60 days from sowing, on plants 12–15" tall.

Specs

  • Packet: 500 seeds
  • Average 17,350 seeds per oz.
  • Plant height: 12–15"

In stock — Packet

Current price $6.20

Know before you sow

Quick Facts

Growing times vary with weather, soil and local conditions.

Growing guide

From seed to harvest

Sow where it grows

Hates transplanting.

Thin to 6"

At first true leaves.

Lean, sandy soil

Full sun.

Cool nights help

More flowers.

Growing Information

Days to germination

About 14–21 days, held at 60–65°F (16–18°C).

Direct sowing

Recommended. After the last frost, sow in place under 1/4" of soil and thin to 6" at the first true leaves.

Starting indoors

Seedlings resent moving. If you must, sow 2–3 weeks before your last frost straight into cell packs, cover lightly, water from below, harden off and plant out after frost.

Plant spacing

6".

Soil

Sandy, well-drained, low-fertility soil.

Light

Full sun; cool nights help it bloom freely.

Uses

Beds, borders, rock gardens and wildflower plantings.

Hardiness

Grown as an annual.

Plant height

12–15".

Scientific name

Eschscholzia californica

Packet

500 seeds.

Seeds per oz.

About 17,350 on average.

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