Eschscholzia californica

California Poppy, California Sunlight, Golden Poppy

Family: Papaveraceae Poppy


Type Annual
USDA Hardiness range n/a
Exposure Full sun
Bloom color Orange, yellow
Bloom time Mid Spring to Mid Fall
Water needs Dry to moist
Landscape uses Border, container, foundation, massing, rock garden
Height 6" to 24" / 15cm to 60cm
Spread 12" to 24" / 30cm to 60cm
Growth rate Moderate
Leaf color Silvery
Fruit color n/a
Soil type Sandy, loamy
Form Irregular or sprawling
Attributes and features Attractive foilage, native to North America, naturalizing