Shrubby perennial with huge, white flowers with yellow centers, resembling a sunny side up egg, bloom late spring to summer. California native! Use Matilija Poppy/Fried Egg Poppy in native and water-wise gardens. Grows well in Auburn, Citrus Heights, Elk Grove, Folsom, Rocklin, Roseville and Sacramento
- Landscape Size: 6‘-8′ tall, 6′-8’ wide
- Light Requirement: Full Sun
- Water Needs: Very Low
- USDA Zone: 8a
- Growth Habit: Upright, Spreading
- Growth Rate: Fast
- Attributes: Waterwise, Deer Resistant, Fragrant
These characteristics apply to the greater Sacramento area and nearby regions.
Live outside of our area? Please check with your local cooperative extension for the best growing practices in your neck of the woods.
Visit: UC Cooperative Extension Offices(Opens in a new window)
Visit: National County Extension Offices(Opens in a new window)
Green Thumb Guide
Thrives in enriched soil with good drainage. Cut back hard at the end of the growing season. Requires little or no water once established.
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