| Common Name | California Poppy |
| Family | Papaveraceae |
| Genus | Eschscholzia |
| Species | Californica |
| Origin | Western North America |
| Blooming | Spring to Summer; bright orange flowers |
| Leaf Color | Grey-green / Silvery green |
| Sunlight | Sun |
| Category | Kitchen garden plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Well-draining sandy or loamy soil; low fertility preferred for best blooms.
Drought tolerant once established; water regularly during germination, reduce after bloom sets.
Full sun required (6+ hours) for optimal flowering and stem strength.
Minimal; high nitrogen reduces flowering. Apply balanced fertilizer sparingly before planting.
Deadhead to encourage more blooms; cut back after flowering for seed collection.
These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.
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