California Poppy - Rosa Romantica

Growing and Harvest Information

Plant Type: Hardy Annual

Height: 25-35cm (10-14")

Sun: Full Sun

Sow: Indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost or directly into prepared beds after the last frost. Direct sowing is the preferred method.  

Transplant: Harden off and transplant after the last hard frost

Days to Maturity: 75-80 days

Plant Spacing: 25-30cm (9-12")

Pinch: not necessary

Vase Life: 3-4 days 

Potential Harvest Yield: 5-7 stems per plant

Harvest Tips: Harvest when flowers are in coloured bud stage.  As with many poppies the vase life is short but they are too beautiful not to grow.  Coloured buds will continue to open once cut.

Approximate Seeds per Packet: 50