Poppy Seeds, Jelly Beans Mix

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Description

(Eschscholzia californica). California type. Perhaps the most high-octane colorful mix we have seen! These glorious double blooms dazzle in candy-sweet colors of shimmering apricot, tangerine, cherry red, and rose. These stunning flowers sway atop 8-12 inch stems, attracting beneficial insects such as hoverflies.

  • 70 days to maturity
  • 8-12 hours of full sun
  • Sprouts in 14-21 days
  • Seed Depth: Surface Sow
  • Plant Spacing: 8-10"
  • Ideal Temperature: 60-65 F
  • Frost Hardy: Yes

Growing Tips, Tricks and FAQs

Growing Tips

These hardy annuals grow well in full sun and well-drained soil, tolerating poor, dry conditions. Reaching up to 8-12 inches in height, this colorful mix is perfect for borders and rock gardens. These poppies are drought-tolerant once established and are known for their ability to self-seed, often returning year after year.

When to Grow

Sow seeds in early spring as soon as the soil can be worked, or in the fall for areas with mild winters. The seeds need cool weather to germinate properly, so it's best to sow them directly into the garden rather than starting indoors.

How to Sow and Plant

Scatter the seeds thinly on the soil surface and press them gently just barely covering, as they need light to germinate. Keep the soil moist during germination, which usually occurs within 14-21 days. Once the seedlings appear, thin them to about 8-10 inches apart.

How to Grow

Jelly Beans Mix poppies are quite low-maintenance once established. They grow best in full sun and are fairly drought-tolerant, requiring minimal watering. Deadheading will encourage additional blooms, though the plants readily reseed themselves if spent flowers are left to form seed pods​.

How to Save

  • Mostly self-pollinating; however, small flies and honeybees may cross-pollinate closely planted varieties.
  • Often self-sows, but you can also harvest seeds when capsules turn brown and dry completely.
  • Save seed over winter in a cool, dark, dry place.

FAQ

Do Jelly Beans Mix poppies attract pollinators?
Yes, they are highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, making them a great addition to pollinator-friendly gardens.

Can Jelly Beans Mix poppies be grown in containers?
Yes, they can be grown in containers. Make sure that the containers are placed in full sunlight and have well-drained soil​.

Are Jelly Beans Mix poppies perennial or annual?
In cooler climates, these poppies are grown as annuals, but in zones with mild winters, they can behave as short-lived perennials.

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