California Poppy - Orange

The Poppy Orange can be used as a cut flower, wildflower plantings, and for soil erosion control. The California Poppy is a perennial that is usually grown as an annual. The orange, silky, saucer shaped 2 to 3 inch flowers have 4 delicate paper-like petals. The Orange Poppy will grow in almost any soil that is well drained. The California Poppy Orange, 'Eschscholzia californica', is the state flower of California. In zones 7-11, though, the foliage often overwinters. The California Orange Poppy needs full sun. This Poppy blooms best in the cool weather of spring. In warm climates seed in fall for impressive spring color. In cold climates, plant as soon as the ground can be worked. On cloudy days or in the shade, the blooms will close. Pinching off spent flowers increases the bloom period. When you see this flower planted in mass, you realize why it is their state flower. This packet covers 180 square feet. ... more