Poppy Seeds – California Purple Gleam

Bring a striking burst of deep violet-purple color to your garden with California Purple Gleam Poppy Seeds. Known for their silky, shimmering blooms and soft, airy foliage, these poppies add an elegant, eye-catching charm to borders, cottage gardens, and wildflower meadows. They grow easily from seed, thrive in full sun, and perform well in poor or sandy soils, making them a great choice for both beginner and experienced gardeners.

These poppies bloom abundantly through the warm months and are ideal for cut-flower arrangements, pollinator gardens, and naturalized landscapes. With their drought tolerance and low-maintenance nature, they create vibrant color with minimal effort.

Features

• Produces vivid purple, satiny blooms

• Easy to grow from seed; suitable for beginners

• Thrives in full sun and well-drained soils

• Excellent for borders, wildflower gardens, and meadow planting

• Drought tolerant and low maintenance once established

• Attracts pollinators

• Ideal for fresh-cut flowers

Specifications

Common Name: Poppy
Variety: California Purple Gleam
Botanical Name: Eschscholzia californica
Plant Type: Annual
Growth Habit: Upright, branching
Bloom Color: Deep purple / violet
Soil Requirement: Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil
Sun Exposure: Full sun
Watering: Low to moderate; avoid overwatering

Planting & Growing

• Sowing Method: Direct sow recommended; do not transplant

• Germination Time: 10–15 days

• Seed Depth: Surface sow or cover very lightly

• Spacing: 6–10 inches

Growing Zones & Seasons (USA)

• USDA Zones: 3–10

• Sowing Season:

  • Cool-season climates (Zones 3–6): Sow outdoors April–June

  • Mild-winter climates (Zones 7–10): Sow outdoors February–April or September–November

• Blooming Period:

  • Spring to Early Summer (April–July) depending on zone

Mature Size

• Height: 12–18 inches

• Spread: 8–12 inches