Californian poppy (Eschscholzia californica) organic seeds
- Tender, bright, orange-coloured plant with a long flowering period for the full garden season.
- Contents: Approx. 400 seeds
- Open-pollinated variety, seed tested regularly
Regular price:
€2.59
Product number: ESC01-BIO GTIN: 4251420506498
Description
This poppy plant is the state-flower of California. It has found its place in natural medicine as a relatively safe stimulant. Californian Indians use the slightly narcotic sap for calming toothache. Californian gold poppy is marked by its bright flowers and is a beautiful ornamental plant. This is the yellow-flowered wild form.
Plant profile
| Lifecycle | Hardy, Perennial |
|---|---|
| Species | Papaveraceae |
| Region of origin | Mexico, USA |
| Characteristics | Needs light to germinate |
| Eventual height | 20-60 cm |
| Flower colour | Orange, Yellow |
| Flowering months | August, July, June, September |
| Root system | Deep roots, Taproot |
Growing instructions
| When to sow outdoors | April, August, May, September |
|---|---|
| Sowing depth | 0 cm |
| Germination temperature | 15-20°C |
| Germination time | 5-10 days |
| Sunlight | Full sun |
| Planting distance | 20 cm |
| Row spacing | 40 cm |
Sowing and care
Annual herb. Sow the seeds directly outside in spring. Do not transplant! Prefers a sunny location.
Other names
Botanical name: Eschscholzia californica, E. absinthiifolia, Chelidonium multifidum, Chryseis compacta
German: Goldmohn, Kalifornischer Kappenmohn, Schlafmützchen
English: California poppy, Californian poppy, Golden poppy, California sunlight, Cup of gold
French: Pavot de Californie, Pavot d'Amérique
Italian: Escolzia, Papavero della California
Spanish: Amapola de California, Campanilla, Dedal de oro, Escholtzia, Rasete, Raso, Fernandos
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