California Poppy - Mikado Red
These silky red flowers open in the sun but close if the sky is cloudy or they are planted in the shade. The California Poppy Mikado is drought tolerant and does well in hot climates after it is established. Excellent as a cut flower if cut in the bud stage. Not recommended for indoor planting. In cold climates, it is best to plant these flowers as soon as the ground can be worked. In warmer climates, they can be planted in early fall and will bloom in later fall and spring.
- Common Name: California Poppy - Mikado Red
- Latin Name: Eschscholzia californica
- Type: Flower
- Color: red
- Cycle: Annual
- Origin: Introduced
- Height: 6-12"
- Planting Season: Spring and Fall
- Bloom Season: Spring-Fall
- Seeds Per Pound: 293,000
- Seeding Rate: 8
*Planting and Bloom Season. Please remember that Planting and Bloom seasons will differ for each variety depending on the location and climate conditions where they are being planted. Please refer to the USDA Plant Hardiness Map provided in our FAQ section for specifics on how to determine the best time of year to plant for your specific situation. The information provided below is based on experienced agricultural practices throughout the Willamette Valley of Oregon and is applicable to Zones 7-10 only.