California Poppy
Annual

California Poppy

Eschscholzia californica

Golden cups that carpet hillsides across the state. Closes at night and on cloudy days.

Bloom Season
Mar - Sep
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Sun Requirements
○ Full Sun6+ hours direct
Water Needs
Low
Drought tolerant
Size & Zones
6-18" tall
USDA Zones 5-10
Bloom Colors
Orange
Yellow
Traits
♣ Native Species△ Deer Resistant✦ Low Maintenance
Soil
SandyPoor Soil
Pairs Well With
Lavender
Perennial
Salvia
Perennial
Catmint
Perennial
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