Californian Poppy ‘Apricot Chiffon’

Eschscholzia californica

A cheerful Californian Poppy with stunning two-tone peachy apricot flowers and petals that appear as though they have been pleated to accentuate their lovely wavy margin. An excellent selection from the 2020 Diggers Flower trials.

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Californian Poppy ‘Apricot Chiffon’

The ultimate self-seeding wildflower, named for its native origin. Soft delicate flowers disguise this tough performer. Open breezy flowers pop up through spring and summer in warm sunny spots. Low maintenance and easy to grow. California poppies deserve a place in all flower gardens.
How to grow

Sow seed direct into a well-prepared garden bed. Water regularly to aid germination. Seed should germinate within two weeks from sowing and will generally flower in 8-12 weeks. Avoid root disturbance.

Growing Information

Seed Sowing
Sow method: Sow direct

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Germination: 78
Sow distance: 20cm
Seed Sowing Times
Cool: Jan-May,Aug-Dec

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Warm: Jan-May,Aug-Dec
Hot: Jan-May,Aug-Dec
Sub-tropical: Mar-May,Aug-Oct
Tropical: Aug-Oct
Growing Needs
Light: Full Sun
Water: Drought tolerant
Growing weeks: 9

The number of growing weeks required to reach harvest stage. Of particular importance for Cool climate gardeners.

Plant Characteristics
Height: 20cm
Width: 25cm
Flower colour: Apricot

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