Eschscholzia californica 'Ivory Castle'

Also Known As

Ivory Castle California Poppy

Plant type

perennial, annual / biennial

size

H: 8"-12"
W: 6"

planting zones

8b-10b

Eschscholzia californica 'Ivory Castle' plant details

Eschscholzia californica 'Ivory Castle' is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen annual / biennial or perennial with blue and green foliage. In fall, spring and summer cream and white flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Eschscholzia californica 'Ivory Castle'

Plant type: annual / biennial or perennial
Plant family: papaveraceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 6 IN wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: cream and white blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: cottage garden, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, floriferous, long-blooming, native plant, rock garden, self-sowing, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Eschscholzia californica 'Ivory Castle'

USDA Zones: 8b - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer, heat
Soil needs: average, lean and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Creamy white silky blooms float above the ferny gray green foliage, creating shimmering sheets of bloom in summer. They often self sow, always welcome in cracks of pavers or in a little unoccupied space, where they invariably create a garden vignette of unexpected beauty.