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Eschscholzia californica 'Rose Chiffon' (Rose chiffon)


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Botanical Name: Eschscholzia californica 'Rose Chiffon' esh-SHOLZ-ee-ah kal-ih-FOR-nih-kah Common Name: Rose chiffon Genus: Eschscholzia
California poppies grow to about 12 inches tall, and their pretty foliage is ferny, like carrot tops. This cultivar has soft rose colored, double blooms with yellow centers.
 Noteworthy characteristics: Fully double rosey flowers. Attractive silvery-blue foliage. The species is native to Oregon and the California coast.
 Care: Grow in full sun in poor, well-drained soil.
 Propagation: Sow seed in succession for a continuous display. Sow seed in situ in spring or early autumn.
 Problems: Fungal diseases.
Height 6 in. to 12 in.
Spread 6 in. to 12 in.
Growth Habit Clumps
Growth Pace Fast Grower
Light Full Sun Only
Moisture Dry to Medium
Maintenance Low
Tolerance Drought Tolerant
Characteristics Attracts Butterflies; Showy Flowers
Bloom Time Early Summer; Late Summer; Summer
Flower Color Pink Flower; Yellow Flower
Uses Beds and Borders, Roadside
Style Cottage Garden, Meadow Garden, Rock Garden
Seasonal Interest Summer Interest
Type Annuals

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