{"product_id":"200-california-red-chief-poppy-seeds-vibrant-wildflower-garden","title":"200 California Red Chief Poppy Seeds – Vibrant Wildflower Garden","description":"\u003cp\u003eCalifornia Red Chief Poppy is a stunning annual wildflower known for its brilliant scarlet-red blooms that add a bold splash of color to any garden. These easy-to-grow poppies are perfect for wildflower meadows, borders, and cottage gardens, attracting pollinators and bringing vibrant beauty to your landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach plant produces multiple saucer-shaped flowers atop slender stems, creating a cheerful display from late spring through summer. The California Red Chief Poppy is a favorite among gardeners for its low-maintenance nature and ability to thrive in poor to average soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVibrant scarlet-red flowers with a dark center\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlooms profusely in late spring and summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttracts bees and butterflies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrought-tolerant once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent for wildflower gardens and naturalized areas\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 Papaver californicum (often sold as California poppy, but Red Chief is a cultivar of 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; tolerates poor 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 Late spring to 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\u003eGermination Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light needed for germination; sow seeds on surface and press gently\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\u003eSow California Red Chief Poppy seeds directly outdoors in early spring or fall. Prepare a weed-free seedbed with well-draining soil. Scatter seeds evenly and press them lightly into the soil; do not cover, as light aids germination. Keep the soil consistently moist until seedlings emerge, which typically takes 10-20 days. Once established, water sparingly and allow the soil to dry between waterings. These poppies self-sow readily, returning year after year in favorable conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor best results, plant in a location with full sun and good air circulation. Avoid overwatering, as poppies are susceptible to root rot in soggy soil. Deadhead spent flowers to prolong blooming, or allow some flowers to go to seed for natural reseeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e200 California Red Chief Poppy Seeds\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67776176914742,"sku":"FOLIA-337","price":27.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.7296344754_2ocw.jpg?v=1792468214","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/200-california-red-chief-poppy-seeds-vibrant-wildflower-garden","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}