California poppy. Fleshy perennial with finely divided gray-green leaves and bright yellow flowers with an orange center blotch, blooming from March to August. Plants flower best in poor, well-drained soils with full sun. Annual growth resprouts from a thick orange taproot and can be cut back often to maintain a fresh appearance. Summer water extends the blooming season. Plants reseed vigorously especially in well-drained soils. Excellent for naturalizing on sunny hillsides, along drives, in dry fields, vacant lots, parking strips and country gardens. Hardy to 0F. Coastal California.
