Eschscholtzia
Common name; Californian Poppy
A hardy annual with bright, poppy-like flowers which appear from June till the first frosts, that are followed by cylindrical blue-green seed pods.
In cool, dull weather the flowers tend to close up.
They thrive well in poor well drained soil.
They grow to a height of 300mm (12")
If to be used as cut flowers, gather them at the bud stage.
Week 13; Sow the seeds in trays of seed compost and germinate at 16°C (60°F)
Germination should take around five days.
Week 15; Prick out into boxes/trays or cell trays when large enough to handle.
Week 21; Plant out 150mm (6") apart when all fear of frost has passed.
Deadhead regularly throughout the season to prevent self seeding.
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