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California Poppy Seed Mix

Eschscholzia californica

5.00 (10 reviews)
  • HOW TO GROW
  • FAST FACTS
  • REVIEWS

HOW TO GROW

Sowing: Sow seeds from this bulk California poppy seed mix in early spring, planting the seed 1/4" below the surface of the soil; keep the soil lightly moist until germination, which should occur in 2-3 weeks at a soil temperature of 60-65 degrees. In USDA Zones 7 and warmer, this seed can be fall planted. Poppies do not transplant well, and must be planted while very small if started indoors.

Growing: Water seedlings occasionally, but decrease watering as the plants mature; poppies tolerate drought well and will only need watering in periods of extreme dryness. This plant tolerates most soils that drain well, as well as adapting to seaside conditions. This plant does not need rich soil, and actually blooms best in poor soil. Pinch off faded blossoms for the most prolific blooming. These flowers prefer cool temperatures, usually blooming in spring and early summer and going dormant when the summer heat begins. Though an annual, it will reseed itself and return the following year. Poppies attract bees and butterflies.

Harvesting: For the longest lasting cut flowers, choose poppies that have just begun to open; cut them in the morning while the moisture is at its peak. Sear the cut ends of the flowers with boiling water or a match, and immediately plunge them into cold water. Place them in a vase with water at room temperature.

Seed Saving: When saving California poppy seeds, keep in mind that the resulting flowers sometimes revert to the dominant orange or red blossoms. After the petals drop off, a capsule will form and turn from green to tan. Since the capsules will eventually split and explosively release their seeds, cut them off as soon as the color begins to turn and the seed inside has ripened to grayish black. Spread the capsules out to dry for several days, then split them to remove the seeds. Store cleaned California poppy seeds in a cool, dry place.

FAST FACTS

Latin Name: Eschscholzia californica

Species Origin: US Native Wildflower

Type: Garden Flowers

Life Cycle: Annual, Tender Perennial

USDA Zones: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

US Regions: California, Mountain, Arid/Desert, Plains/Texas, Midwest, Northern, Northeast, Southeast

Seeds per Ounce: 15,600

Stratification: No Stratification

Germination Ease: No Stratification

Sunlight: Full Sun

Height: 16 Inches

Color: Mixed, White, Red, Orange, Yellow, Purple

Bloom Season: Blooms Late Spring, Blooms Early Summer

Uses: Cut Flowers, Deer Resistant

California Poppy Seed Mix 5.0
Review By pwr

Prompt, courteous service

So far, my columbine seeds are sprouting. Just planted the poppy seeds, so waiting to see how they do. Customer service is excellent! I look forward to doing business with Everwilde Farms again,

California Poppy Seed Mix 5.0
Review By fran Parker

poppies

I'm very pleased with these seeds.

California Poppy Seed Mix 5.0
Review By Fred Gibison Jr

Great product

Packaging is far and away best I’ve seen.

California Poppy Seed Mix 5.0
Review By Kent Scheer

impressed

These larger volume packages are exceptionally impressive in quantity and cost. Therefore, very enthusiastic at this point ( January). Of course, what truly matters is the germination and success rate, and knowing that is still 6 months away. I hope to be motivated to follow-up with that information at a later date.

California Poppy Seed Mix 5.0
Review By Gary Deming

shipping

Unfortunately, you asked for a review before i received the product!

ZERO

OK, send us an Email at sales@everwilde.com with your order number, and we'll get this taken care of.

California Poppy Seed Mix 5.0
Review By Danyelle

Awesome variety

Order arrived quickly! They have already sprouted and I can't wait to see my flowers grow. You guys have such a beautiful variety of flowers. I wish I had more room in my garden.

California Poppy Seed Mix 5.0
Review By Carla Loging

Poppy Seeds

Very happy with how quickly I received them. Can't wait to see them blooming!

California Poppy Seed Mix 5.0
Review By edward frotten

HAPPY GARDENER

5-STAR -

California Poppy Seed Mix 5.0
Review By jeanie rudishauser

California Poppy Seed Mix 1/4lb

Excellent service and very nice person in sales! Hoping my poppies grow!
Thank you and will give you referrals!

California Poppy Seed Mix 5.0
Review By Cynthia Bearce

Fantastic service

I received my seeds in a timely fashion. The order was accurate and well packaged. I will order again from them. Very pleased with the California poppy seeds. They arrived just in time for our winter/spring rain. Looking forward to the blooms.

Size Price Quantity
XL Mylar Packet (~1,000 Seeds) $2.98 -+
1 Oz Mylar (~15,600 Seeds) $8.46 -+
1/4 Lb Mylar (113g) $17.76 -+
1 Lb Mylar (454g) $54.00 -+
5 Lb Bulk Bag (2.27kg) $243.00 -+
10 Lb Bulk Bag (4.54kg) $432.00 -+
25 Lb Bulk Bag (11.3kg) $1,026.00 -+
50 Lb Bulk Bag (22.7kg) $1,944.00 -+
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DESCRIPTION

Can't decide which color of California Poppy seeds to buy? Experience a dazzling array of different colors with a carpet of this California Poppy mix. This mix is very easy to grow and is great for beginning gardeners.
These poppies have a habit of opening and closing with the sun, appropriate for their native Golden State. The first member of the California poppy genus was identified in 1816 by German botanist Adelbert von Chamisso on an exploratory voyage to California and the Pacific Northwest. Chamisso named this genus "Eschscholzia" after a fellow botanist, Johann Friedrich von Eschscholtz, who accompanied him on the journey. Nearly a dozen species of poppy grow wild in the western United States.

HOW TO GROW

Sowing: Sow seeds from this bulk California poppy seed mix in early spring, planting the seed 1/4" below the surface of the soil; keep the soil lightly moist until germination, which should occur in 2-3 weeks at a soil temperature of 60-65 degrees. In USDA Zones 7 and warmer, this seed can be fall planted. Poppies do not transplant well, and must be planted while very small if started indoors.

Growing: Water seedlings occasionally, but decrease watering as the plants mature; poppies tolerate drought well and will only need watering in periods of extreme dryness. This plant tolerates most soils that drain well, as well as adapting to seaside conditions. This plant does not need rich soil, and actually blooms best in poor soil. Pinch off faded blossoms for the most prolific blooming. These flowers prefer cool temperatures, usually blooming in spring and early summer and going dormant when the summer heat begins. Though an annual, it will reseed itself and return the following year. Poppies attract bees and butterflies.

Harvesting: For the longest lasting cut flowers, choose poppies that have just begun to open; cut them in the morning while the moisture is at its peak. Sear the cut ends of the flowers with boiling water or a match, and immediately plunge them into cold water. Place them in a vase with water at room temperature.

Seed Saving: When saving California poppy seeds, keep in mind that the resulting flowers sometimes revert to the dominant orange or red blossoms. After the petals drop off, a capsule will form and turn from green to tan. Since the capsules will eventually split and explosively release their seeds, cut them off as soon as the color begins to turn and the seed inside has ripened to grayish black. Spread the capsules out to dry for several days, then split them to remove the seeds. Store cleaned California poppy seeds in a cool, dry place.

FAST FACTS

Latin Name: Eschscholzia californica

Species Origin: US Native Wildflower

Type: Garden Flowers

Life Cycle: Annual, Tender Perennial

USDA Zones: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

US Regions: California, Mountain, Arid/Desert, Plains/Texas, Midwest, Northern, Northeast, Southeast

Seeds per Ounce: 15,600

Stratification: No Stratification

Germination Ease: No Stratification

Sunlight: Full Sun

Height: 16 Inches

Color: Mixed, White, Red, Orange, Yellow, Purple

Bloom Season: Blooms Late Spring, Blooms Early Summer

Uses: Cut Flowers, Deer Resistant

Reviews

5.00
Global Rating: 5.00 from 10 reviews
5.0

Review By pwr

Prompt, courteous service

So far, my columbine seeds are sprouting. Just planted the poppy seeds, so waiting to see how they do. Customer service is excellent! I look forward to doing business with Everwilde Farms again,

5.0

Review By fran Parker

poppies

I'm very pleased with these seeds.

5.0

Review By Fred Gibison Jr

Great product

Packaging is far and away best I’ve seen.

5.0

Review By Kent Scheer

impressed

These larger volume packages are exceptionally impressive in quantity and cost. Therefore, very enthusiastic at this point ( January). Of course, what truly matters is the germination and success rate, and knowing that is still 6 months away. I hope to be motivated to follow-up with that information at a later date.

5.0

Review By Gary Deming

shipping

Unfortunately, you asked for a review before i received the product!

ZERO

OK, send us an Email at sales@everwilde.com with your order number, and we'll get this taken care of.

5.0

Review By Danyelle

Awesome variety

Order arrived quickly! They have already sprouted and I can't wait to see my flowers grow. You guys have such a beautiful variety of flowers. I wish I had more room in my garden.

5.0

Review By Carla Loging

Poppy Seeds

Very happy with how quickly I received them. Can't wait to see them blooming!

5.0

Review By edward frotten

HAPPY GARDENER

5-STAR -

5.0

Review By jeanie rudishauser

California Poppy Seed Mix 1/4lb

Excellent service and very nice person in sales! Hoping my poppies grow!
Thank you and will give you referrals!

5.0

Review By Cynthia Bearce

Fantastic service

I received my seeds in a timely fashion. The order was accurate and well packaged. I will order again from them. Very pleased with the California poppy seeds. They arrived just in time for our winter/spring rain. Looking forward to the blooms.