Jelly Beans Poppy Seeds — Eschscholzia californica

A Jar of Sunshine in Every Packet

Meet the Jelly Beans California Poppy — a delightful mix of Eschscholzia californica in a cheerful blend of soft pinks, creams, oranges, yellows, and reds that look good enough to eat. These compact, free-flowering poppies are a cottage garden favourite and one of the easiest annuals you can grow in New Zealand.

Why Gardeners Love It

• 🌸 Stunning mixed colours — a sweet blend of pastel and jewel tones that light up any garden bed or border
• 🌞 Incredibly easy to grow — direct sow and stand back, these poppies practically grow themselves
• 🐝 Loved by bees — a brilliant pollinator plant that keeps the garden buzzing
• ✂️ Great for cutting — pick in bud for short-lived but beautiful vase flowers
• 🌱 Self-seeding — once established, they'll return year after year
• 🌿 Drought tolerant — thrives in poor, well-drained soils with minimal water

Growing Tips for New Zealand

Direct sow in autumn or spring into a sunny, well-drained spot. California poppies dislike being transplanted, so sow where they are to grow. Scatter seeds thinly, press lightly into the soil, and water in. Thin seedlings to 15–20 cm apart. They thrive on neglect — too much water or fertiliser will reduce flowering.

What's in the Packet

Each packet contains 20 seeds of Eschscholzia californica — Jelly Beans Mix California Poppy.