About
This annual forming a low mound of intricately divided grey-green leaves with aromatic, 4-petalled bright yellow flowers to 5cm across in summer.
About the genus
Eschscholzia can be annuals or perennials, with finely divided leaves and solitary, long-stalked, poppy-like yellow, orange or red flowers, followed by conspicuous long seed-pods
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeChalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectEast-facing, South-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH3
Plant details
Plant typeAnnual Biennial
HabitBushy
FoliageDeciduous
HeightUp to 10 cm
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height1-2 years
Suggested usesCity and courtyard gardens, Coastal, Patio and container plants, Mediterranean climate plants, Cottage and informal garden, Gravel garden
FragranceFlower
Care notes
CultivationGrow in poor, well-drained soil in full sun
PruningCut back after flowering
PropagationPropagate by seed sown in situ, in succession from early autumn to mid spring
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free