Ferry-Morse California Poppy Seeds - Mission Bells
- Safe for bees
- Good for pollinators
- Grows best in full sun
- 10-12 days to germination
Mission Bells California Poppy seeds promise beautiful, free-flowering, bell-shaped blooms that showcase a mix of shimmering jewel tones. Eye-catching flowers thrive in a range of temperatures and bring vivid color and texture to any outdoor space!
Drought-tolerant and sturdy despite their delicate appearance perfect in rock gardens or containers. Resilient blossoms require little water and effortlessly add beauty to any outdoor space. In milder climates, Mission Bells California Poppy will reseed itself.
Growing Information- Non-Neonic: Safe for Bees
- Good For Pollinators
- Grows Best In: Full Sun
- Days to Germination: 10-12 Days
- Best Container Size: 18"+
- Growing Height: 12"
- Water Needs: Average (1-2/week)
- Characteristics: Attracts Hummingbirds
- Scent: Soft, Sweet
- Botanical Name: Eschscholzia Californica
- Approximate Number of Seeds Per Packet: 1575
- Plant Type: Flower
- Plant Lifecycle: Annual
- Pelleted Seed Count: 200-300
- Fill Weight: 0.45 gram
- Days To Bloom: 70-90 Days
- Landscape Use: Bedding
- Disease Resistance: Dry Soil/Poor Soil
- Tolerance: Drought Tolerant
- Growing Seasons: Spring/Summer
- Harvest/Bloom Seasons: Spring/Summer
In early spring, sow Mission Bells California Poppy seeds in open ground well exposed. Cover with 0.25" of soil. In mild climates, plant in fall or winter. When plants are 2" high, thin. Does not transplant easily, so plant directly to it's home.
- Planting Depth: 0.25"
- Seed Spacing: Sow Mission Bells California Poppy seeds roughly 6-8" apart
Excellent for summer banks, terraces, rock gardens, borders and containers. In dry areas, for easy maintenance, plant with African Daisies.
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