Description
Purple Gleam California Poppies are a stunning purple-pink to lilac-rose variety of the Golden state flower! The flowers rest on slender, silvery green foliage, adding an elegant touch to its overall appearance. This drought-tolerant heirloom flower is native to the United States & Mexico & flowers in spring & summer. A very high pollen producer, Purple Gleam can spread like dandelions & is deer resistant. Though cultivated as an ornamental plant, it has historically been harvested for a variety of uses & today may be used as a modern culinary ingredient & garnish. Also Known As: Purple Poppy, Pink Lavender Poppy, California State Flower, Coastal Poppy, Indigo Opium Poppy, Purple Oriental Poppy, Lilac Rose Poppy, Corn Poppy, Field Poppy We ship in 1 business day. Shipped with USPS First Class Mail. Plant Name: Poppy, Purple Gleam California Latin Name: Eschscholzia californica Days to Germinate: 7-14 Days to Bloom: 70 Plant Height: 12 - 18 Inches Bloom Diameter: 2 - 3 Inches Growth Habit: Upright USDA Zones: 3-12 Lifespan: Annual, Perennial Zones 10-12 Brand: TomorrowSeeds Sunlight: Full Sun, Partial Shade GMO: No Pollination: Heirloom, Open-Pollinated Seeds Packed For: 2024 Seeds are freshly packed for the growing season of the year listed. Seeds are still viable beyond pack date. Store in a cool & dry location such as the refrigerator or basement to best preserve germination rates. Planting Instructions: Soil Preparation: Remove weeds, large rocks, & litter from the planting area. Till the soil 8-10 inches deep & rake several times to break up large clods. It is best to do this when the soil is dry enough to not stick to garden tools. Loosening the soil will help the plant establish strong roots. Planting: Start indoors 1 month before last frost in well-draining containers in >60F area. Keep moist. Transplant when plants are Purple Gleam California Poppy Seeds | Lavender Pink Lilac Rose Poppies Deer Resistant Drought Tolerant USA Flower Seed 2024 Fast Shipping
