Ella's Garden Plants from A to Z: Eschscholzia californica, 'Infernal', California Poppy

Genus: Eschscholzia

Species: californica

Cultivar or Variety: 'Infernal'

Characteristics: Has a bush form to it.

Life Cycle
Annual

Zone Hardiness up to
Zone 6
Zone 7
Zone 8
Zone 9

Endangered Species
No

Heirloom
No

When to Sow Seed
Early Spring
Mid Spring
Late Winter

Germination Temperature
Winter Sow
50-60 F

Seed Sowing Depth
Lay on top of soil

Seed Needs Light to Germinate
Yes

Days to Germination
10-14 days

Sun Exposure
Full Sun

Plant Height
8 - 10 inches

Plant Form
Upright

Blooms
Yes

Bloom Form
Above Foliage

Flower Color
Orange
Red

Nutritional Needs
Moist
Dry

Fertile
Yes

Reproduces By
Seed

Cutting Flower
No

Additional Uses
Borders