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Eschscholzia mexicana

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Mexican Gold Poppy

 
Plant photo of: Olea europaea
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Information by:         Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

Mexican Gold Poppy is similar to the California Poppy, but smaller. It has upward-facing, four petaled orange blooms. It grows to 8" high. It is considered drought tolerant but extra summer water will extend the flowering season.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Design Styles

Englishcottage, Ranch, Spanish

 

Accenting Features

Showyflower

 

Seasonal Interest

Spring

 

Location Uses

Bank, Bedding, Entry, Perennial Border, Foundation, Parkingstrip, Patio, Raisedplanter, Swimmingpool, Walkways, Withrocks

 

Special Uses

Container, Cutflowers, Erosioncontrol, Filler, Massplanting, Fireresistant, Naturalizing, Smallspaces

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Consider replacing lawns with water wise alternatives, like UC Verde Buffalo grass, carex grasses or dymnondia.