Eschscholzia californica 'Orange King' - Orange King California Poppy (Plant)

This orange poppy takes the same conditions as the familiar orange poppy--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 Papaveraceae Species Name Eschscholzia californica 'Orange King' Common Name Orange King California Poppy Plant Type Annual Sun Exposure Coast-Sun, Inland-Sun, Water Requirement Low Soil Type Any Flower Color Orange, Peach Flowering Months April, May Evergreen/Deciduous N/A Height by Width 1.5ft. x 1ft. Growth Rate Slow Endangered N/A Growth Habit Clumping, Cold Hardy to 15 degrees F Distribution Selected for the garden Natural Habitat Grassy, open areas; below 8,200' Spe