California Poppy Seeds- 1/2# Pound Bulk Wildflower- From The Dirty Gardener

California Poppy Eschscholzia californica (Papaveraceae) An upright, compact annual or tender perennial that is native the southwestern United States. Very drought tolerant, and is ideal for dry, arid climates. The brilliant orange flowers, are 2-4 inches in diameter, borne individually on long stalks. Poppy's prefer full sun with light to sandy soils. Remarkably uniform and neat in appearnce. A popular variety to press. Height: 12-18 inches Germination: 15-30 days Optimum soil temperature for germination: 60-70F Sowing depth: 1/16" Blooming period: April-August Average seeds per pound: 293,000 Seeding rate: 8 lbs. per acre Blooms close each night at sunset or on dull days. The finely divided foliage is bluish-green in color making identification easy prior to flowering.