![]() By planting seeds in biodegradable peat or coco pots, this problem can be avoided.įour to six weeks before the last frost date, plant two or three seeds per pot and lightly cover with soil. Poppies germinate quite easily, but quickly develop a central taproot that does not like to be disrupted. Still, it is possible if the correct precautions are taken. Transplanting poppies is a difficult task and is not recommended. ![]() But to get a new crop started, sowing directly into the garden is the best option. The easiest way to propagate poppies is to let them do the work! Poppies freely self-seed from one season to the next and will eventually become naturalized to the area in which they grow. They hardly require any maintenance once established and will acclimate to almost any climate over the course of a few seasons. Poppies typically bloom from late spring to early summer. This common annual wildflower is capable of producing stunning, colourful blossoms. Planting Depth: 2-3 seeds 5 mm deep or broadcast directly An excellent option to plant in borders, walkways and meadows, California poppies also make fiery cut bouquets. California poppies will thrive in full sun or partial shade and are adaptable to poor soils. Usually grown as an annual in Canada, it may over-winter in you are part of the lucky few in BC that are in zones 8 and 9. Because they are very easy to grow and demand little, California poppies are a great option for beginner gardeners. The plants grow to only 12-18’’ tall and bear a colourful array of blooms, ranging from red to orange, to yellow, white and pink. It was the first poppy to be noticed during the 1816 Lewis and Clark expedition, and its Latin name ‘’Eschscholzia,’’ comes from a German botanist who was part of the exploration journey. The official state flower of California since 1903, this poppy has long been used as traditional medicine by the First Nations. ![]()
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