Eschscholzia californica var. maritima 'Sonoma Coast' - Sonoma Coast Coastal Poppy (Plant)

This coastal form of CA poppy is golden yellow with orange center--requires very little water and lots of sun. Transplants require careful handling--roots are sensitive--and supplemental water for 2-4 weeks after planting. Plant Characteristics Family Name Papaver Species Name Eschscholzia californica var. maritima 'Sonoma Coast' Common Name Sonoma Coast Coastal Poppy Plant Type Annual Sun Exposure Coast-Sun, Inland-Sun, Water Requirement Low Soil Type Any Flower Color Yellow, Gold Flowering Months March, April, May Evergreen/Deciduous N/A Height by Width 2ft. x 2ft. Growth Rate Slow Endangered N/A Growth Habit Clumping, Cold Hardy to 15 degrees F Distribution Selected for the garden Natural Habitat N/A Specialty Features