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California Poppy ‘Golden West’
Botanical Name: Eschscholzia californica
Type: Hardy Annual

California Poppy ‘Golden West’ is a dazzling, sun-loving variety featuring vibrant golden-yellow petals with a bold orange center. These cheerful blooms sway above delicate, feathery foliage and are perfect for adding a splash of colour to borders, wildflower meadows, and containers. Easy to grow and drought-tolerant, this native wildflower thrives in poor soils and full sun — making it an ideal low-maintenance addition to any garden.

Plant Details

Type: Hardy Annual
Height: 25–30cm
Spread: 20–30cm
Flowers: June – September
Position: Full sun, free-draining soil

Growing Information

Sow: March – May or August – September directly outdoors where they are to flower
Germination: 14–21 days at 15–20°C
Transplant: Not required – prefers not to be moved
Spacing: Thin to 15–20cm apart once seedlings emerge
Care: Water until established; thrives on neglect once growing. Deadhead to prolong flowering or allow to self-seed for naturalising

Why You’ll Love It

Masses of golden-yellow flowers with striking orange centres
Brilliant for borders, beds, wildflower plantings, or natural-style gardens
Exceptionally easy to grow with low water needs
Attracts bees, butterflies & beneficial insects

Top Tip

Sow in autumn for earlier blooms the following year, or spring for same-season colour. Leave some seed heads to self-sow for effortless regrowth.

Perfect For

Wildlife-friendly gardens
Low-maintenance borders
Mediterranean & dry gardens
Wildflower meadows & cottage garden schemes
Pollinator support

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