Eschscholzia californica

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California Poppy, Golden Poppy

 
California Native Plant
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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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Plant Type

Perennial, Annual

 

Height Range

Under 1'

 

Flower Color

Gold, Orange

 

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

 

Leaf Color

Blue Green, Grey Green, Light Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Lawn watering more than 5 minutes usually results in runoff. Use multiple cycle starts.