RE: California poppies

Nancy, here in Oregon I always sow my poppies in March (early or mid) -- but NOT the California type.  I'm thinking that, since the ones I have reseed well -- and they go to seed in July -- perhaps I should sow them them?  I'm talking direct seeding.

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From: nancy degrazia [n*@ameritech.net]
Sent: Monday, February 11, 2002 1:59 PM
To: perennials@hort.net
Subject: Re: California poppies


Susan and others - I also have trouble getting many varieties of California poppy to germinate.  For 2002, I am determined to "sprinkle them on the snow" in my asparagus bed as I have read one is supposed to do.  But how early?  I have Eschcholia californica and
papaver rhoeas (single and double).  I live NW of Chicago in a 5A zone and would appreciate any advice you-all can offer.

Nancy deGrazia

"Saxton, Susan" wrote:

> Speaking of seed germination, I have some of the common form of California poppies, and I'm not sure I even planted them, but they reseed well.  I have tried some of the newer varieties of white, pinks, etc., and can never get them to germinate.  Any suggestions?
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