Add a fiery splash of color to your garden with our Red Chief California Poppy seeds. This stunning heirloom is a variety of the classic state flower, prized for its breathtaking, silky blooms in a vibrant, fiery red. The delicate, cup-shaped flowers float above feathery, blue-green foliage, creating a stunning visual display. Incredibly easy to grow and drought-tolerant, Red Chief is perfect for creating a vibrant, low-maintenance meadow, rock garden, or border planting.

⭐ What you'll love

• Stunning, silky flowers in a vibrant, fiery red color.
• A very easy-to-grow native wildflower that thrives on neglect.
• Excellent drought tolerance, perfect for low-water gardens and xeriscaping.
• Readily self-sows to create a beautiful, naturalized display year after year.

🌿 Seed details

• Plant Name: Red Chief California Poppy (Eschscholzia californica)
• Seed Quantity: Approx. 200 seeds
• Type: Heirloom, Open Pollinated, Non-GMO
• Lifecycle: Annual (readily self-sows)
• Height: 12-18 inches
• Days to Maturity: 60-75 days
• USDA Zone: 3-10
• Origin: American Grown

🌱 Growing instructions

• Sowing: The easiest and best method is to direct sow seeds outdoors in the fall or early spring. Poppies do not transplant well.
• Depth: Press seeds lightly into the surface of the soil, as they need light to germinate. Do not cover.
• Spacing: Space or thin plants to 6-8 inches apart.
• Light Requirement: Full Sun.
• Soil: Prefers poor, sandy, well-draining soil.
• Care: Deadheading is not necessary but can encourage more blooms.

✅ Our seed packets

• Professionally designed and made.
• Resealable for convenient, long-term storage.
• Eco-friendly and recyclable (contains no plastic).
• Includes full, detailed growing instructions.
• Vigorously tested to ensure the highest germination rates.
• Custom packets for weddings, baby showers, or events are available. Just message us!

🚚 Shipping

• FREE SHIPPING on all orders of $35 or more.
• Flat Rate shipping no matter how many seeds you order.
• Tracking is included with every order.