Eschscholzia mexicana

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Mexican Gold Poppy

  
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Information by:         Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

Mexican Gold Poppy is similar to the California Poppy, but smaller. Upward-facing, four petaled orange blooms. Grows to 8 in. high. Drought tolerant but extra summer water will extend the flowering season.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Annual

 

Height Range

Under 1'

 

Flower Color

Gold

 

Flower Season

Spring

 

Leaf Color

Grey Green, Light Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

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