California Poppies (Eschscholzia californica) of course! These cups of gold are our beloved state flower and the most beautiful of all state flowers – at least I think so! These native wildflowers are sun-loving, extremely drought tolerant, frost tolerant, self-seeding, and easy to grow in gardens. The brilliant orange flower blooms from February to June but can last into September if watered. The flowers are responsive to sunlight as they close at sunset and overcast days.
I’m sure members of the Cabrillo expedition in 1542 must of marveled at the golden hillsides off the California coast when sailing in. It’s definitely a fitting symbol for the “Golden State.”
Published by Amy on: Apr 14, 2015
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