Californian Poppy Apple Blossom Pink Seeds

Californian Poppy Apple Blossom Pink Seeds – Irish Plants Direct

 

Californian Poppy Apple Blossom Pink (Eschscholzia californica) is a soft, romantic twist on the classic wildflower featuring silky, cup shaped blooms in delicate shades of blush pink with creamy undertones.

 

Bred for charm and resilience, this variety brings graceful colour to borders, gravel gardens, containers, and wildlife friendly spaces.

 

Thriving in poor, well-drained soils, Apple Blossom Pink flourishes in full sun and blooms freely from early summer to autumn.

 

Its ferny foliage and drought tolerance make it ideal for low-maintenance planting, while the nectar rich flowers attract bees and beneficial insects.

 

Seed Qty: Approx. 200 seeds

 

Sow: March – May (outdoors) or February – April (indoors)

Germination: 10 – 21 days

Soil Type: Poor to moderately fertile, well-drained soil

Position: Full sun

Height/Spread: 30 – 40 cm tall, 20 – 30 cm spread

Flowering: June – September

Companion Plants: Cornflower, Cosmos, Nigella

Avoid Planting With: Moisture-loving or shade-demanding species

 

Sowing Instructions

 

Indoors or Outdoors:

Sow seeds thinly on the surface of moist compost or directly into prepared beds. Lightly cover and keep moist until germination. Thin seedlings to 15 cm spacing. Avoid overwatering Californian poppies prefer dry conditions.

 

 

Growing On:

Deadhead regularly to prolong flowering. Allow some blooms to set seed for naturalising. Ideal for informal schemes, dry borders, and pollinator gardens.

 

 

Californian Poppy Apple Blossom Pink offers soft colour, drought tolerance, and wildlife value in a graceful, easy-care annual. A beautiful choice for romantic planting and summer charm.

 

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