Red California Poppy Seeds | 500 seeds

Introduction

Red California Poppy (Eschscholzia californica) is a striking variation of the classic California poppy, producing vibrant red to deep scarlet blooms that stand out in wildflower gardens and low-water landscapes. With its silky petals and blue-green foliage, this drought-tolerant annual is easy to grow from seed and well suited to U.S. gardens, especially in sunny, dry locations.

How to Grow Red California Poppy Seeds

• Direct sow Red California Poppy seeds outdoors in early spring after the danger of hard frost, or in fall in mild-winter regions.

• Select a site with full sun and well-drained soil.

• Prepare a fine seedbed by loosening the top layer of soil.

• Scatter seeds evenly over the soil surface and press lightly into the soil; avoid burying seeds deeply.

• Water gently to settle seeds in place.

• Keep soil lightly moist until seedlings emerge.

• Seeds typically germinate within 7–14 days.

• Thin seedlings to 6–10 inches apart once established.

• California poppies grow best when direct sown and do not transplant well.

How to Care for Red California Poppy Plants

• Water sparingly after establishment; plants are highly drought tolerant.

• Grow in lean, well-drained soil; overly rich soil can reduce flowering.

• Red California Poppy thrives in cool to mild spring temperatures.

• No fertilizer is usually required.

• Plants bloom heavily in spring and early summer.

• Allow plants to reseed naturally if desired.

• Flowers attract bees and other beneficial pollinators.

• Plants require minimal maintenance once established.

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