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California poppy

Eschscholzia californica ssp. californica

California poppy (Eschscholzia californica ssp. californica) is a annual in the — family. Native range includes MO — verified against the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center native distribution database. Hardy in zones 2a–13a. Mature size 6"–2'. Blooms Feb–Oct.

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Family
—
Group
annual
Native range
Native to 30 U.S. states, including AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, GA…
USDA hardiness
Zones 2a–13a
Mature size
6"–2'
Sun
Full sun
Water
Low · xeric
Bloom
Feb–Oct
Wildlife value
Pollinator and wildlife support
Ecological role
native species profile
California poppy (Eschscholzia californica ssp. californica)
Eschscholzia californica ssp. californica — California poppy. Photo via iNaturalist — (c) Annette Herz, some rights reserved (CC BY).

Field Notes

[ growing · ecology · siting · care ]

California poppy (Eschscholzia californica ssp. californica) is a annual in the — family. Native range includes MO — verified against the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center native distribution database. Hardy in zones 2a–13a. Mature size 6"–2'. Blooms Feb–Oct. Low water use makes it a strong candidate for xeric and drought-conscious plantings.

Why it's on this list: native species profile. Native-range data from the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center (NPIN), cross-checked against iNaturalist observations. Part of Rooted Revival's regional native plant catalog — true natives for Oklahoma, Arkansas, Missouri and Kansas.

Companion Planting

[ guild · polyculture · cross-layer pairings ]

In the same native range, california poppy pairs naturally with: Common Sunflower (Helianthus annuus), California poppy (Eschscholzia californica), Virginia peppergrass (Lepidium virginicum), Poorman's pepperwort (Lepidium virginicum var. virginicum).

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