California Poppy (Eschscholzia Californica) is a annual or short-lived perennial herb in the Papaveraceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 6-10. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Eschscholzia californica is a vibrant, herbaceous flowering plant known for its iconic golden-orange cup-shaped flowers and finely divided blue-green foliage.

California Poppy

California Poppy

Eschscholzia Californica

Eschscholzia californica is a vibrant, herbaceous flowering plant known for its iconic golden-orange cup-shaped flowers and finely divided blue-green foliage.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual or short-lived perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
6-10

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
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Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, rocky
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, specimen, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for California Poppy

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Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Papaveraceae
Genus:Eschscholzia