California Poppy (Papaver Californicum) is a annual herb in the Papaveraceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 7-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Papaver californicum is an annual herb native and endemic to California, known for its bright orange flowers with green bases.

California Poppy

California Poppy

Papaver Californicum

Papaver californicum is an annual herb native and endemic to California, known for its bright orange flowers with green bases.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
7-10

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:ornamental, pollinator attractor, groundcover

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for California Poppy

Jan
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.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Papaveraceae
Genus:Papaver