Eschscholzia californica |
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California Poppy, Golden Poppy |
Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor Photographer: Steve Mullany
Description
This small annual (sometimes acts as a perennial) plant will grow to less than 1' tall and has light, small blue green leaves with gold and orange flowers that bloom in spring and summer.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Design Styles
Meadow, Ranch, Wildgarden
Accenting Features
Showyflower
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Bank, Bedding, Perennial Border, Parkingstrip, Parkinglot, Raisedplanter, Roadsidehwy, Withrocks
Special Uses
Container, Filler, Massplanting, Fireresistant, Naturalizing, Smallspaces
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
To reduce soil moisture loss, apply 3-to-4 inches of organic mulch around plants - - but away from the trunk.
