{"product_id":"200-california-poppy-seeds-ballerina-mix-eschscholzia-californica-mixed-color-blooms","title":"200 California Poppy Seeds - Ballerina Mix, Eschscholzia californica, Mixed Color Blooms","description":"\u003cp\u003eCalifornia Poppy 'Ballerina Mix' (Eschscholzia californica) is a delightful wildflower known for its cheerful, cup-shaped blooms in a mix of warm colors, including shades of orange, yellow, red, and pink. These easy-to-grow annuals are perfect for wildflower meadows, borders, rock gardens, and containers, adding a splash of color to any sunny spot. Their delicate, fern-like foliage and long blooming season make them a favorite among gardeners and pollinators alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNative to California, these poppies are drought-tolerant and thrive in full sun with well-drained soil. The 'Ballerina Mix' is particularly charming with its semi-double and single flowers that sway gently in the breeze. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced gardener, these seeds offer a rewarding and low-maintenance way to enhance your landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMixed color blooms in shades of orange, yellow, red, and pink\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSemi-double and single flowers on compact plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttracts pollinators like bees and butterflies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrought-tolerant and low-maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for wildflower gardens, borders, and containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eschscholzia californica\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual wildflower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to moderate; drought-tolerant once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright, clump-forming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3-10 (often grown as annual)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring to early summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12-18 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6-12 inches apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDirect sow California poppy seeds outdoors in early spring or fall, as they resent transplanting. Scatter seeds on the soil surface and lightly press them in; do not cover deeply, as light aids germination. Keep the soil evenly moist until seedlings emerge, which typically takes 10-15 days. Once established, water sparingly and allow the soil to dry out between waterings. These poppies self-sow readily, returning year after year in favorable conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor continuous blooms, deadhead spent flowers to encourage more buds, or allow some flowers to go to seed for natural reseeding. California poppies are virtually pest-free and deer-resistant, making them a hassle-free addition to any garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e200 California Ballerina Mix Poppy Seeds (Eschscholzia californica).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67776196706614,"sku":"FOLIA-379","price":27.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.7341459873_7dwf.jpg?v=1792468302","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/200-california-poppy-seeds-ballerina-mix-eschscholzia-californica-mixed-color-blooms","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}