California Poppy Eschscholzia Californica Flower Seeds for Planting in backyard gardening and flower beds

Eschscholzia californica, commonly known as California Poppy, is a stunning annual flowering plant known for its bright orange, cup-shaped blooms and delicate foliage. Perfect for backyard gardens and flower beds, it adds vibrant color and charm to ornamental landscapes. California poppies thrive in well-drained soil with full sunlight, making them ideal for garden beds, borders, and outdoor containers.

Features

• Produces vibrant orange, cup-shaped blooms
• Ideal for backyard gardening and flower beds
• Annual flowering plant with delicate foliage
• Non-GMO seeds with strong germination
• Thrives in full sunlight and well-drained soil
• Low-maintenance ornamental plant
• Suitable for garden beds, borders, and container planting

Specifications

• Botanical Name: Eschscholzia californica
• Common Name (US): California Poppy
• Plant Type: Annual flowering plant
• Height: 30–60 cm (12–24 inches)
• Spread: 20–30 cm (8–12 inches)
• Flower Color: Bright orange
• Light Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Type: Well-drained garden soil
• Soil pH: Neutral to slightly acidic (6.0–7.0)
• Watering: Moderate; allow soil to dry between watering
• Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 6–10
• Sowing Depth: 0.5 cm
• Germination Time: 10–20 days at 18–22°C
• Blooming Season: Spring to early summer
• Uses: Backyard gardens, flower beds, borders, container planting
• Germination Rate: High-quality, viable seeds

Planting Guide

• Sow seeds in well-draining garden soil or containers.
• Plant seeds 0.5 cm deep and maintain moderate soil moisture.
• Place garden beds or containers in full sunlight for optimal growth.
• Germination occurs in 10–20 days at 18–22°C.
• Transplant seedlings to garden beds, borders, or containers once strong.
• Space plants 20–30 cm apart for healthy growth.
• Water regularly, allowing soil to remain moist but not waterlogged.
• Combine with other ornamental flowering plants for vibrant garden displays.