Californian Poppy Orange King Seeds

A bold Californian poppy with rich glowing orange blooms that light up borders rock gardens and wildflower areas through the summer.

 

Orange King produces silky cup shaped flowers held above fine blue green foliage giving a bright meadow style look. Plants grow with natural ease and flower freely in warm dry conditions creating a long lasting display.

 

Its vibrant colour and carefree habit make it a favourite for gardeners who want effortless summer brightness with a naturalistic feel.

 

The plants thrive in full sun and well drained soil and cope well with heat and dry spells. Their relaxed growth suits borders gravel gardens containers and wildlife friendly spaces.

 

Straightforward to grow and rewarding this variety offers abundant blooms healthy growth and a warm uplifting presence in the garden.

 

Seed Qty Approx 1 gram

 

Sow March to May direct outdoors

Germination 10 to 20 days at 12 to 18 C

Soil and Position Light well drained soil in full sun

Height and Spread 25 to 35 cm tall 20 to 30 cm spread

Flowering June to September

 

Sowing Instructions

Sow thinly where they are to flower in raked moist soil. Cover lightly and keep moist until seedlings appear. Thin young plants to allow airy natural growth

 

Grow and Maintenance

Water during prolonged dry spells but avoid overwatering. Remove spent blooms to extend flowering. Plants may self seed gently if allowed

 

Uses and Benefits

Bright classic orange blooms

Ideal for borders gravel gardens and wild areas

Heat tolerant and easy to grow

Long flowering season

Soft meadow style movement

 

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