
Dhara Seeds
Californian Poppy Red Chief Seeds
1499
Estimated delivery between Marzo 28 and Marzo 31.
- Product Description:
- Add a burst of color to your garden with the Californian Poppy 'Red Chief'. Known for its deep, vibrant red blooms, this variety will transform any outdoor space with its rich, fiery hue. Perfect for wildflower meadows, containers, or garden borders, 'Red Chief' is easy to grow, low maintenance, and offers a striking, long-lasting display from spring to fall.
- Features:
- Vibrant Red Blooms: Bold, deep red flowers with a delicate, silky texture add fiery color and energy to your garden.
- Low Maintenance: Easy to grow, requiring minimal attention, ideal for beginners and busy gardeners alike.
- Drought Tolerant: Thrives in dry conditions and requires little water once established, making it perfect for xeriscaping.
- Pollinator-Friendly: Attracts bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects, promoting a healthy and vibrant ecosystem.
- Self-Seeding: Once the blooms fade, 'Red Chief' will reseed itself, offering continuous color each growing season.
- Specifications:
- Plant Type: Californian Poppy (Eschscholzia californica)
- Color: Deep red
- Height: 12-18 inches (30-45 cm)
- Spread: 6-12 inches (15-30 cm)
- Sunlight Requirement: Full sun
- Soil Requirements: Prefers well-drained, sandy, or average soils
- Season: Blooms from late spring to fall
- Hardiness: Annual; reseeds in USDA zones 6-10
- Planting Depth: Sow seeds 1/8 inch (0.3 cm) deep
- Spacing: 6 inches (15 cm) apart
- Germination Time: 7-14 days
- Uses: Ideal for wildflower meadows, mixed borders, or container gardening for a bold and lasting display.
- Growing Tips:
- Sow Directly Outdoors: Plant seeds in early spring or fall directly in the ground as Californian poppies are best suited for direct sowing.
- Water Sparingly: Once established, 'Red Chief' is drought-tolerant and thrives with minimal watering.
- Allow Reseeding: Let the flowers go to seed for continued blooms in the following seasons.