
LIFE CYCLE
Annual
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
Herbaceous
GROWTH HABIT
Upright
BLOOM SEASON
summer
FLAVOUR PROFILE
Ornamental blooms
SUITABLE FOR
Primarily outdoor
SEED TYPE
Open-pollinated flower seeds
PLANT TYPE
Annual blooming flower.
PLANTING SEASON
Spring, Fall
FRUIT SIZE
N/A
PLANT HEIGHT
30–60 cm
LIGHT REQUIREMENT
Full sun
HARDINESS ZONES
3–10
CONTAINER GARDEN
Yes
PLANT SPACING
15–20 cm
PLANTING DEPTH
Surface press
GROWING CONDITIONS
Full sun
Frequently Asked Questions
What colours can be expected in this California poppy mix?
What colours can be expected in this California poppy mix?
The blend produces a lively range of orange yellow cream and red blooms that create a more varied display than single-colour poppy plantings
Do the flowers still close in low light even within a mixed colour range?
Do the flowers still close in low light even within a mixed colour range?
Yes the blooms typically fold shut at night or on cloudy days regardless of colour then reopen when bright sun returns
Is the slightly taller 30–60 cm height useful for mid-border positions?
Is the slightly taller 30–60 cm height useful for mid-border positions?
The upright plants reach a height that fills the middle of sunny borders while remaining airy enough not to overshadow lower companions
Can light scarification help improve germination of these poppy seeds?
Can light scarification help improve germination of these poppy seeds?
Gently rubbing the seeds can enhance uptake for some batches though many gardeners achieve good results with simple surface sowing and light
Does the mix naturalize as readily as single-colour California poppies?
Does the mix naturalize as readily as single-colour California poppies?
In well-drained sunny sites the plants often self-sow and form informal colonies over time adding seasonal colour with little extra effort
Will the diverse hues attract a similar range of pollinators?
Will the diverse hues attract a similar range of pollinators?
The open flowers in multiple warm tones continue to draw bees and butterflies providing nectar across the mixed planting throughout the bloom period