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Features
Family
Papaveraceae
Native
North America
Life Cycle
Perennial
Plant Height
Short (Under 12")
Flower Color
Red
Bloom Season
Spring to frost
Further Information
Plant Characteristics
Attracts Pollinators
Growing Conditions
- Drought Tolerant
- Heat Tolerant
Plant Resistance
Deer Resistant
About Mikado California Poppy Seeds
Eschscholzia californica
2"–3" scarlet and orange saucer-shaped flowers with four silky, paper-like petals.
Planting Poppy
Hardiness Zones
10, 8, 9
Light Required
Full sun
Plant Height
Short (Under 12")
Planting Depth
Scatter and rake in lightly
Planting Details
| Seed Depth | Scatter and rake in lightly |
|---|---|
| Thinning | When 1" tall, thin to 1 every 4"–6" |
| Germination | 7–14 days |
| Start Indoors | Not recommended; roots sensitive to disturbance. |
| Direct Sow | RECOMMENDED. 4 to 6 weeks beforeyour average last frost date, when soil temperature is 50°–60°F, or early to mid-fall for bloom the following spring. Mild Climates: Late summer to early fall for winter and spring bloom. |
Find Your Frost Date & Grow Zone
Average First Frost Date
October 19
Average Last Frost Date
May 19
Your Hardiness Zone is
5b
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8 reviews
- Maria D.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars4/21/26I planted them in the snow. There popping out of the ground
so far so good. Too early for flowers
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests5/3/26Hey Maria,
We love to hear your Mikado California Poppy Seeds are already popping out of the ground after planting them in the snow! They're such resilient little seeds and can handle those cooler conditions like champs! You're going to be absolutely amazed when those gorgeous orange and yellow blooms start opening up - Mikado poppies put on such a stunning display with their vibrant, silky petals that practically glow in the sunlight! Your patience is going to pay off big time when you see those beautiful flowers dancing in the breeze. Keep on growing 🌻️
- DankeithRated 5 out of 5 stars3/2/265 Stars
Arrived in good order. Will plant in spring.
- Sara J M.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars10/21/235 Stars
Total beauty and long lasting... have turned on a friend to them too... ordered more for gifting as well
- Elizabeth T.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars8/10/235 Stars
Wish Giant ZinniaSeeds stayed on the shelves longer; wish Cardinal Morning Glory red flowers framed my Glories like the seed packet. They sprouted the pretty usual flowers( a little) but none with the frames of the red ish/ pink flowers
- DawnVerified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars6/17/235 Stars
I had these plants on our hobby farm years ago and can't wait to see if I can grow them here.