USDA: 3a - 11 RHS: H - FT EGF: H1 - G2 Australia: 1 - 5
Care Level
Height
25 - 30 cm (10 - 12 in)
Spread
15 - 25 cm (6 - 10 in)
Light
full sun
Soil Moisture
low, well-drained
Soil Type
loam to sandy
Soil pH
neutral
Description
The tender perennial Eschscholzia californica 'Orange King' (California poppy) is repeat-blooming and bears showy and bright orange flowers during late spring to early autumn. The matte foliage is greyish aquamarine and light grey in colour, fine in texture and fragrant. Eschscholzia californica 'Orange King' (California poppy) bears showy fruit. A specimen plant, Eschscholzia californica 'Orange King' (California poppy) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses
Alpine or rock garden, bedding plant, border, specimen and wild flower.
Special Characteristics
Butterflies are attracted to Eschscholzia californica 'Orange King' . Eschscholzia californica 'Orange King' is tolerant of drought, compacted soil and salt.
Cautions
The growth rate of Eschscholzia californica 'Orange King' (California poppy) is fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout. Depending upon your local conditions, Eschscholzia californica 'Orange King' (California poppy) may be invasive. Self-sowing, this plant can spread broadly and randomly where conditions are ideal for the seeds to germinate. However, this can be a benefit if you plan to use this plant in naturalizations.
