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California Orange California Poppy Seeds by West Coast Seeds (Eschscholzia californica)

California Orange California Poppy Seeds by West Coast Seeds (Eschscholzia californica)

California Orange California Poppy Seeds by West Coast Seeds (Eschscholzia californica) produce vibrant, cup-shaped blooms in brilliant orange tones with finely textured blue-green foliage. This drought-tolerant annual is valued for its bright colour and low-maintenance performance. This listing is for seed packets only and does not include live plants.

Eschscholzia californica is a warm-season annual native to western North America. It thrives in sunny, well-drained locations and is commonly used in wildflower plantings, borders, and naturalized landscapes. Plants form low, airy mounds that bloom continuously through warm weather when properly maintained.

California poppies are especially suited to xeriscaping and low-water gardens, where their vivid blooms provide strong seasonal colour.

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Sun Requirements ▾

Full sun is required for optimal flowering. Provide at least 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily. Insufficient light will significantly reduce bloom production and may result in weak, leggy growth.

Watering Instructions ▾

Water lightly during germination and early establishment. Once established, California poppies are highly drought tolerant and prefer soil to dry between watering sessions. Avoid overwatering or consistently saturated soil, as excessive moisture can reduce flowering and cause root problems.

Care Tips ▾

California Orange Poppies grow best in well-draining, sandy or average garden soil. They prefer stable warm temperatures and low to average outdoor humidity. Excessive humidity combined with poor drainage may increase the risk of fungal issues. These poppies do not transplant well and should be direct sown where they are intended to grow. Direct sow California Orange Poppy seeds outdoors in early spring once soil can be worked, or in late fall for natural stratification. Seeds require light to germinate and should be pressed gently into the soil surface without heavy covering. Plants typically begin flowering in approximately 55–75 days and continue blooming through summer. Deadheading may encourage extended bloom production.
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