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A seed worth growing
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.
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Growing times vary with weather, soil and local conditions.
Hates transplanting.
At first true leaves.
Full sun.
More flowers.
About 14–21 days, held at 60–65°F (16–18°C).
Recommended. After the last frost, sow in place under 1/4" of soil and thin to 6" at the first true leaves.
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.
6".
Sandy, well-drained, low-fertility soil.
Full sun; cool nights help it bloom freely.
Beds, borders, rock gardens and wildflower plantings.
Grown as an annual.
12–15".
Eschscholzia californica
500 seeds.
About 17,350 on average.
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