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Yukon gold California poppy (Eschscholzia californica 'yukon gold') is an annual or perennial herb native to California and found elsewhere in western North America. Flowers appear from spring through summer. They are two-toned, with an orange center to bright yellow petals. The flower shape may be double, with a ruffled rather than plain cup.
Yukon gold poppies are easy to grow from seed scattered in fall or early spring and need little water once established. Avoid watering once leaves begin to dry out and they may be perennial. Cut back dead stalks to the ground once you see new growth. The plant will easily self-sow if left in place.
Bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects are attracted to the blooms.
Annual herb, Perennial herb
Clumping
Moderate, Fast
Orange, Yellow
Summer, Spring, Fall
Full Sun
Very Low, Low