Common Name: California Poppy Ballerina Mix Scientific Name: Eschscholzia californica Physical Attributes: A Californian Poppy with an attractive mix of large double and semi double flowers in a wide range of brilliant colours. Uses: Borders, beds, containers, mass plantings and cut flowers. Life Cycle: Annual Growing Height: 35cm Attracts: Bees and other beneficial pollinating insects. When to Sow: Autumn/Winter/Spring Sowing Depth: 2 – 3mm Sow Spacing: 25 – 30cm Sowing Method: Sow direct in flowering position for best results, cover lightly and gently pack down. If starting indoors plant into biodegradable pots to avoid root disturbance as seedlings dislike this very much. Position: Full sun. Germination Time: 15 – 20 days Maintenance: Deadhead to prolong blooms. This flower will self-seed with ease, however after many years the colours may change due to bees cross pollinating the flowers. Seeds Per Packet: 150
