California Dreaming - California Poppy Flower Seed Mix 4 Species of Wildflower Seeds
- 100% Pure Seed, No Fillers
- A classic and easy to grow wildflower mix!
- Poppy seeds need to be cold stratified to germinate. Learn how to cold stratify your seed here.
Shipping Schedule
Seeds are shipped year-round, while perennials & bulbs are shipped seasonally. Pre-ordered bulbs ship at the proper planting time for your zone. Spring pre-orders are placed any time before March 1. Fall pre-orders are placed any time before September 1. These items will not ship immediately, but will be delivered at the ideal time for planting. Orders containing both seeds and bulbs may be split into multiple shipments. Click here for more shipping information.
| Pre-Ordered Spring Bulbs & Perennials | Shipping Begins |
|---|---|
| Zones 9 - 12 | Late February to Early March |
| Zone 8 | Early to Mid March |
| Zone 7 | Mid to Late March |
| Zone 6 | Early April |
| Zone 5 | Late April |
| Zones 2 - 4 | Late April to Early May |
| In-season orders ship immediately at the time of purchase to all zones until inventory is depleted. | |
| Saffron Crocus & Bearded Iris | Shipping Begins |
| All Zones | Late August |
| Pre-Ordered Fall Bulbs | Shipping Begins |
| Zones 2 - 5 | Mid to Late September |
| Zone 6 | Late September |
| Zone 7 | Late September to Early October |
| Zones 8 - 12 | Early to Mid October |
| In-season orders ship immediately at the time of purchase to all zones until inventory is depleted. | |
| Pre-Ordered Fall Perennials* | Shipping Begins |
| All Zones | Mid October |
| *Amaryllis Bulbs, Hosta Roots, Lily Bulbs, Papaver Roots, Paperwhite Bulbs, Peony Roots & Siberian Iris Roots | |
Product Description
Despite their name, California Poppies thrive just about everywhere – not just in the Golden State! Due to the enduring popularity of this species, we have formulated this mixture which evenly incorporates 4 of its most colorful and popular varieties. Suitable for all regions of North America. Note: California Poppy is traditionally classified as an annual, but will sometimes act as a perennial in more temperate regions.
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Fast Facts
Name: California Dreaming - California Poppy Flower Seed Mix Number of Species: 4 Mix Contents: California Poppy Orange, California Poppy Mixed Colors, California Poppy Mikado, California Poppy White Linen
Life Cycle: 100% Perennial (Annual in Colder Zones) Light Requirement: Full Sun Planting Season: Spring, Fall Features: Attracts Pollinators, Easy to Grow & Maintain Color: Mixed Blooms: Summer, Fall Plant Height: 25+ inches Planting Depth: 1/2 inch Sowing Method: Direct Sow Cold Stratification: Yes Seeds per Pound: Approx. 250, 000+ Hardiness Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 Ships: Year Round -
Planting Instructions
How to Plant Calfornia Dreaming Mix
About California Poppies
The California Poppy, a vigorous bloomer, is highly drought-tolerant and tends to perform well in just about any environment, even arid and nhospitable ones. These beauties are easy to grow and require virtually no care
When to Plant Poppy Seeds
We highly recommend sowing seeds directly in the garden at the last spring frost date, but if necessary to start your seeds indoors, do so 2-3 weeks prior to the last frost. California Poppies do not like their roots disturbed and therefore should not be transplanted.
Where to Plant Poppy Seeds
California Poppies perform best in full sun, in sandy, poor to average, well-drained soils. They are heat and drought tolerant and are lovely additions to beds and borders, containers, rock gardens, and along paths or walkways.
How to Plant Poppy Seeds
Poppy seeds need to be cold stratified to germinate.Learn how to cold stratify your seed here.
These poppies germinate most successfully in cool to moderate temperatures and they are, in fact, frost tolerant. Poppies flower best under cool spring weather conditions. Bloom decreases on poppies as temperatures increase in summer months.
If needed, add 2" of compost to your soil to promote drainage. Sow seeds shallowly with just 1/16" layer of soil to cover them, spaced about 6-8" apart.
How to Care for Poppies
Seedlings should sprout in 14-21 days. Thin seedlings to about 8" apart.
Poppies should be watered regularly, but they can tolerate dry conditions. It is not necessary to fertilize poppies.
It generally takes about 60 to 90 days for poppies to bloom after the seed is planted. This timing depends very much on your growing zone and when you plant, along with Mother Nature’s cooperation. The bloom season for poppies is spring to summer. Poppy plants will bloom for a few weeks, but the length of bloom time can be extended by regular watering and application of mulch for moisture retention, as well as regular deadheading of spent flowers. It is also recommended that the seed be sown in successive plantings to extend the bloom season of the poppies.
Visit our Poppy planting guide page to learn more and watch planting videos.
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Planting Video
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Seed Coverage
Amount Recommended Coverage 1/4 Pound Package Up to 2,500 Sq. Ft 1 Pound Sack Up to 10,000 Sq. Ft 5 Pound Sack Up to 1.3 Acres -
Mix Contents
xMix Contents
Common Name
Botanical Name
Annual / Perennial
California Poppy (Orange) Eschscholzia californica Perennial / Annual California Poppy (Mixed Colors) Eschscholzia californica Perennial / Annual California Poppy (Red Mikado) Eschscholzia californica Perennial / Annual California Poppy (White Linen) Eschscholzia californica Perennial / Annual
Product Reviews
Review
California Poppy seed mix
Arrived quickly and germinated almost overnight. Very pleased.
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Repeat customer, 1.5 years.
Always great seeds!
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Wild Flowers in the Mountains
Great for the water shortage....can't wait to see the blooms
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