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California Poppy Seed Starter Grow Kit

BOTANICAL NAMEEschscholzia californica

USD 10.99

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The California poppy is the golden state flower, opening silky orange cups in full sun and happily reseeding year after year.

GERMINATION10-14 days
SUNLIGHTFull Sun (6-8 hours daily)

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Germination01

10-14 days

Light02

Full Sun (6-8 hours daily)

Temperature03

55-65F

Hardiness04

USDA Zones 5-10 (Outdoor); All Zones (Indoor)

THE PLANT NOTEBOOK

California Poppy care, from seed onward.

Botanical name
Eschscholzia californica
Common names
Golden Poppy
Family
Papaveraceae
Genus
Eschscholzia
Species
E. californica
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Start growing

Scatter seeds on surface. Needs full sun and poor, sandy soil. Taproot hates transplanting.

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Growing with your kit

The Seeds In A Cup® kit uses a biodegradable pot option to plant directly without disturbing the taproot.

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Propagation

By seed.

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Seasonal growth & harvest

Blooms spring to summer; flowers close at night or on cloudy days.

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Growing conditions

Open sunny areas, deserts, and grassy slopes.

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Weather & tolerances

Extreme drought tolerance.

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Pests & plant health

Mold in wet conditions.

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Plant safety

Mildly sedative/narcotic properties; generally safe but bitter.

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Botanical features

A short-lived perennial (grown as annual) with silky orange/yellow petals and fern-like blue-green leaves.

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Varieties

‘Mission Bells’, ‘Thai Silk’.

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Garden & everyday uses

Xeriscaping, state flower of California

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Native range & distribution

Native to California and Oregon.

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Conservation

Secure.

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Name origins

Named after Johann Friedrich von Eschscholtz.

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History

Early Spanish explorers called it the 'Cup of Gold' (Copa de Oro).

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The California poppy is the golden state flower, opening silky orange cups in full sun and happily reseeding year after year. How to grow California Poppy from seed Scatter the seeds on the surface and press them in lightly — they need a little light to sprout, so don't bury them. Then set the clear humidity lid on top to hold warmth and moisture. Keep the planter warm and in bright light, and mist the surface whenever it begins to dry. When your California Poppy sprouts appear, remove the lid and move it to your brightest window or under a grow light. Once seedlings have their second set of true leaves, pot them up or move them outdoors after your last frost. California Poppy at a glance Botanical name: Eschscholzia californica Germination: 10-14 days at 55-65F USDA zones: USDA Zones 5-10 (Outdoor); All Zones (Indoor) Mature size: 12-18 inches Sunlight: Full Sun (6-8 hours daily) Seeds included: 15-25 seeds Frequently asked questions What's included in the California Poppy Seed Starter Grow Kit? How do I grow California Poppy from seed? Moisten the included soil, sow your California Poppy seeds at the depth on the instruction card, keep the planter warm and bright under the humidity lid, and mist until they sprout. Full steps are in your kit. How long do California Poppy seeds take to germinate? California Poppy seeds typically sprout in 10-14 days at 55-65F when kept warm and evenly moist. Your guide lists the ideal conditions. Does this kit use real potting soil? What if my seeds don't sprout?
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How do I grow California Poppy from seed?

Moisten the included soil, sow your California Poppy seeds at the depth on the instruction card, keep the planter warm and bright under the humidity lid, and mist until they sprout. Full steps are in your kit.

How long do California Poppy seeds take to germinate?

California Poppy seeds typically sprout in 10-14 days at 55-65F when kept warm and evenly moist. Your guide lists the ideal conditions.

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