Seeds2Go California Poppy Seeds - Red Chief Eschscholzia Californica, Large Pack of 20,000 Seeds

Vivid Red Chief California Poppies for sunny borders

Add a bold splash of red-orange to your garden with Red Chief poppies (Eschscholzia californica). With warm, glowing petals and a dark center, these compact plants top out around 8-12 inches, making them ideal for borders, rock gardens, and naturalized patches. They bring seasonal color to sun-drenched spaces and are celebrated for their hardy, low-maintenance nature in hot, dry climates.

Seeds2Go offers a generous seed pack designed for easy success in dry landscapes. This annual variety thrives in sunny spots with well-drained soil and can brighten beds year after year when grown in suitable conditions. If you’re planning a water-wise garden or a bright spring/summer display, Red Chief provides reliable color without complicated care.

What makes Red Chief a smart garden choice

• Vibrant red-orange blooms with a dark eye that command attention in borders.
• Drought-tolerant and well-suited to xeriscapes and gritty, poor soils.
• Attracts pollinators such as butterflies and bees, enriching garden ecosystems.
• Deer-resistant and generally low-maintenance for sunlit landscapes.
• Easy-to-grow annual that can brighten beds with minimal effort.

Seed pack, planting, and care

Seed count and coverage: The pack contains over 20,000 seeds, enough to cover up to 250 square feet in sunny, well-drained locations. They’re perfect for wildflower meadows, naturalized gardens, or low-maintenance yards.

• Direct sow outdoors in early spring in a sunny location; sow 1/8 inch deep and keep the soil lightly moist until germination (2–3 weeks at 60–65°F).
• Once seedlings appear, thin to 6–8 inches apart; note that poppies transplant poorly once established.

Care tips: Choose well-drained soil, avoid heavy watering, and provide full sun for best bloom development. This configuration supports strong color and a carefree display in hot, dry zones.