California Poppy - Orange
The California Poppy Orange, 'Eschscholzia californica', is the state flower of California. When you see this flower planted in mass, you realize why it is their state flower. The California Poppy is a perennial that is usually grown as an annual. In zones 7-11, though, the foliage often overwinters. The orange, silky, saucer shaped 2 to 3 inch flowers have 4 delicate paper-like petals. This Poppy blooms best in the cool weather of spring. This packet covers 180 square feet. The California Orange Poppy needs full sun. On cloudy days or in the shade, the blooms will close. The Orange Poppy will grow in almost any soil that is well drained. Pinching off spent flowers increases the bloom period. In cold climates, plant as soon as the ground can be worked. In warm climates seed in fall for impressive spring color. The Poppy Orange can be used as a cut flower, wildflower plantings, and for soil erosion control. ... find out more
Carrot - Healthmaster The Carrot Healthmaster, 'Daucus carota var staivus (hybrid)', is a new big hunk of carrot weighing in at around 1. 5 pounds. This carrot will have a length of 10 inches and a crown of 3 inches and weigh more than a pound. Even with the long growth period, they will mature anywhere regular carrots are grown if planted in the spring. Carrot seed germinates in soils as cold as 45 degrees, but performs best in warm soils. In very warm climates carrots are grown primarily in the fall. A 50% peat moss mix with the soil is ideal. Even moisture is essential.
