Add a fiery splash of color to your garden with our Red Chief California Poppy seeds. This stunning heirloom is a variety of the classic state flower, prized for its breathtaking, silky blooms in a vibrant, fiery red. The delicate, cup-shaped flowers float above feathery, blue-green foliage, creating a stunning visual display. Incredibly easy to grow and drought-tolerant, Red Chief is perfect for creating a vibrant, low-maintenance meadow, rock garden, or border planting.
What you’ll love
- Stunning, silky flowers in a vibrant, fiery red color.
- A very easy-to-grow native wildflower that thrives on neglect.
- Excellent drought tolerance, perfect for low-water gardens and xeriscaping.
- Readily self-sows to create a beautiful, naturalized display year after year.
Seed details
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Plant Name: Red Chief California Poppy (Eschscholzia californica)
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Seed Quantity: Approx. 200 seeds
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Type: Heirloom, Open Pollinated, Non-GMO
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Lifecycle: Annual (readily self-sows)
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Height: 12-18 inches
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Days to Maturity: 60-75 days
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USDA Zone: 3-10
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Origin: American Grown
Growing instructions
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Sowing: The easiest and best method is to direct sow seeds outdoors in the fall or early spring. Poppies do not transplant well.
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Depth: Press seeds lightly into the surface of the soil, as they need light to germinate. Do not cover.
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Spacing: Space or thin plants to 6-8 inches apart.
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Light Requirement: Full Sun.
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Soil: Prefers poor, sandy, well-draining soil.
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Care: Deadheading is not necessary but can encourage more blooms.
Our seed packets
- Professionally designed and made.
- Resealable for convenient, long-term storage.
- Eco-friendly and recyclable (contains no plastic).
- Includes full, detailed growing instructions.
- Vigorously tested to ensure the highest germination rates.
- Custom packets for weddings, baby showers, or events are available. Just message us!
Shipping
- FREE SHIPPING on all orders of $35 or more.
- Flat Rate shipping no matter how many seeds you order.
- Tracking is included with every order.
