Mexican Gold Poppy
Scientific Name: Eschscholzia californica ssp. mexicana (Greene) C. Clark
Synonym: Eschscholzia mexicana
Family: Papaveraceae
Sunset®: All zones
USDA: All zones (as annual)
Sun Exposure: Full sun
Origin: Mexico, southwestern USA
Growth Habits: Annual
Watering Needs: Bloom lasts longer with some water
Propagation: Seeds sown in place in the fall.
Blooming Habits:
The flowers are a deeper orange when the weather is cooler.
Culture:
Fertilizing is not necessary, and excess fertilization will prevent blooming. Remove faded flowers to prolong bloom.
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