California Poppy Ballerina Mix Seeds (Eschscholzia californica) Double-petaled poppies in soft pastel tones. Drought-tolerant and easy to grow. Adds delicate beauty to wildflower beds and borders.
Minimum: 100+ Seeds
Soft Pastels. Double Petals. Wildflower Elegance.
A dreamy twist on the classic California poppy, the ‘Ballerina Mix’ brings ruffled, double-petaled blooms in soft shades of peach, blush, lemon, and cream. Light as a breeze and tough as the desert sun, it’s a beautiful, low-maintenance wildflower for gardens that thrive on simplicity.
Whether you’re sprinkling seeds along a fence line, weaving color through a rock garden, or letting it naturalize in a sunny patch of soil, this variety adds a whimsical charm that keeps on blooming.
🌿 Why You’ll Love It:
💐 Romantic Color Palette: Silky, frilled blooms in watercolor pastels
☀️ Sun-Loving & Drought-Tolerant: Grows strong in poor, dry soils
🦋 Pollinator Favorite: Brings bees and butterflies to your garden
🌾 Low Effort, Big Impact: Easy to sow, easy to grow—just scatter and let nature take over
🏡 Perfect For:
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Backyard wildflower beds
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Cottage-style borders
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Rock gardens or dry slopes
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Pollinator strips along veggie beds
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Pathway edges or patio containers
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Water-wise and xeriscape designs
🌼 Planting & Growing Info:
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Botanical Name: Eschscholzia californica
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Type: Annual (self-seeding in many climates)
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Height: 8–14 inches
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Bloom Time: Spring through early summer
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Planting Time: Early spring or fall in warmer zones
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Seeding Depth: Surface-sow or cover very lightly
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Germination: 10–15 days
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Sunlight: Full sun
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Soil: Well-drained; thrives in sandy or rocky soil
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Water: Low; drought-tolerant once established
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Zones: USDA 3–10 (as an annual)
🌱 Growing Tips:
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Sow directly outdoors—does not transplant well
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Trim after first bloom wave to encourage reblooming
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Allow to self-seed for future seasons
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Combine with lavender, cosmos, or ornamental grasses for a wild, romantic look
Delicate to the eye, resilient by nature.
California Poppy ‘Ballerina Mix’ turns even tough corners of the garden into a pastel haven, with no fuss and all beauty.