Eschscholzia californica 'Buttermilk' - Buttermilk California Poppy (Plant)

This cream-colored poppy takes the same conditions as the familiar orange poppy--very little water and lots of sun. Transplants require careful handling--roots are sensitive--and supplemental water for 2-4 weeks after planting. Plant Characteristics Family Name Papaveraceae Species Name Eschscholzia californica 'Buttermilk' Common Name Buttermilk California Poppy Plant Type Annual Sun Exposure Coast-Sun, Inland-Sun, Water Requirement Low Soil Type Any Flower Color Yellow, Gold Flowering Months April, May Evergreen/Deciduous N/A Height by Width 1.5ft. x 1ft. Growth Rate Slow Endangered N/A Growth Habit Clumping, Cold Hardy to 15 degrees F Distribution Selected for the garden Natural Habitat Grassy, open areas; below 8,200'