California Native Orange Poppies
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California Native Orange Poppies
Cheerful California poppies are a perfect choice for hot, dry areas and grow almost anywhere without a fuss. Sow poppies to cover a neglected or hard-to-cultivate area or for a memorable display in a large garden space. The bright, fluted blossoms dancing above feathery gray-green foliage will cloak the ground for weeks.
Perennial Grown As Annual
Ample 1.8 oz (50 g) seeds; covers 500 sq.ft.
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NOTE
The Poppy seeds in this can are packed with a larger quantity of milled rice hulls to help space the tiny seeds when scattering.
Before opening, shake the can thoroughly to mix them together so when you cast the seeds they are spaced with room for the plants to grow.
HOW TO PLANT
In mild winter climates, where the ground does not freeze hard, poppies can be sown in late fall to overwinter for spring bloom. Or, plant as early as possible in spring, as poppies can handle light frosts and bloom longest when given a good start in cool weather.
To prepare the planting area: remove all weeds, grass and large stones. Break up soil clumps and evenly loosen the top 2 inches of soil with a digging fork or shovel, then smooth out with a flat rake.
Shake the can thoroughly before opening, then scatter the contents thinly and evenly over the prepared ground. Using your rake, cover the seed mixture 1/4 inch deep and lightly firm the soil. Water with a gentle mist thoroughly and evenly. Keep the soil moist while awaiting germination and while the seedlings are small.
GROWING NOTES
Mature poppy plants can handle dry conditions, but will thrive and bloom much longer if watered regularly. Poppies make lovely cut flowers if brought indoors just as the buds begin to open. At season’s end, let spent flowers form pods and drop seeds to bloom again the next spring.
Cold Winters |
Mild Winters |
Sun/Shade |
Sow Seeds |
Days To Germinate |
Mature Height |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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April – May
|
Sept – April
|
Full sun
|
Scatter thinly
1/4 inch deep |
9 – 14 days
|
12 – 15 inches
|
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Cold Winters |
Mild Winters |
Sun/Shade |
Sow Seeds |
Days To Germinate |
Mature Height |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
April – May
|
Sept – April
|
Full sun
|
Scatter thinly
1/4 inch deep |
9 – 14 days
|
12 – 15 inches
|
Cold Winters
April – May
|
Mild Winters
Sept – April
|
Sun/Shade
Full sun
|
Sow Seeds
Scatter thinly
1/4 inch deep |
Days To Germinate
9 – 14 days
|
Mature Height
12 – 15 inches
|
From Our Gardening Resources
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Articles
Poppies: Modern and Heirloom Varieties
In The Autumn, A Flower Aficionado's Fancy Turns To Poppy Seeds
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RIGHT COLUMN CONTENT BELOW HERE
Videos
How To Grow Golden California Poppies
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From Our Gardening Resources
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Articles
Poppies: Modern and Heirloom Varieties
In The Autumn, A Flower Aficionado's Fancy Turns To Poppy Seeds
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RIGHT COLUMN CONTENT BELOW HERE
Videos
How To Grow Golden California Poppies
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