California poppy prefers full sun (at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily); tolerates partial sun or partial shade, but flowering is strongest in full sun, and some afternoon shade can help in very hot climates.
Soil Type
Sandy, well-drained soils
Soil Drainage
Well-drained, fast-draining soil.
Soil pH
5.0-8.0 acidic to alkaline
Lifecycle
Lifecycle
Annual; in zones 8–10 it can behave as a short-lived perennial.
Leaf Lifecycle
Deciduous
Seasons of Interest
Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter
Bloom Time
Spring to Summer
Reproduction
Propagation Methods
Seeds
Wildlife
Attracts Wildlife
California poppy attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators; sources do not mention hummingbirds or birds.