Golden cups that carpet hillsides across the state. Closes at night and on cloudy days.
Quick Reference
- Bloom Season
- Mar to Sep
- USDA Zones
- 5-10
- Sun
- Full Sun
- Water
- Low - drought tolerant
- Mature Height
- 6-18"
- Bloom Colors
- OrangeYellow
♣ Native Species△ Deer Resistant✦ Low Maintenance
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About This Name
Eschscholzia californica is the scientific name used by botanists, nurseries, and seed catalogs to identify California Poppy unambiguously. The genus Eschscholzia places it within a specific plant family, and using the botanical name avoids the confusion that comes with regional common names. If you're shopping for California Poppy, looking up plant care details, or comparing varieties, searching by Eschscholzia californica will give you the most precise results.