Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Papaveraceae

Genus:

Glaucium

Species:

Glaucium corniculatum

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Annual

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

1-2 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

mar, apr, may, jun, jul, aug

Bloom Colors:

orange, red

Ground Cover:

Yes

Native Range

United States: Colorado, Georgia, Kansas, Montana, Nevada, New York, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Texas

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

dry, sandy, well-drained soil

pH:

6.0 - 8.0 (neutral to slightly alkaline)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

prefers open, sunny habitats