Romneya coulteri 'Lotus'

  • Product number: 601760
  • Origin: California, United States
  • Latin: Romneya coulteri

This poppy-like plant, blooming pure white, originates from California. It grows quickly and robustly, reaching 1 m in height. Notable features include its large flowers (10 cm) and fluffy, bright orange center. As an added bonus, the flowers are very pleasantly scented!

Names:
Latin: Romneya coulteri
Dutch: Witte Schijnpapaver (White Californian Tree Poppy)
Also known as: Spiegelei (Fried Egg) or Californische Boompapaver (Californian Tree Poppy)
English: Matilija Poppy

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Sowing method: Jan-June. Dry some pine needles. Sow the seeds in a pot or seed tray. Burn the needles and sprinkle the ash over the seed tray, then mist thoroughly. Place the tray in the refrigerator for 2-3 weeks and then move it to a warmer spot. Germination will follow.

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Sowing/planting time:

  • January
  • February
  • March
  • April
  • May
  • June

Harvesting time:

  • Not applicable / Not known

Soil type:

  • Sandy
  • Calcareous

Cultivation location:

  • Indoors
  • Outdoors warm / sheltered

Position:

  • Sun
  • Flower colour: Snow-white with a bright orange centre
  • Origin: California, United States
  • Average growth height: 90 to 120 cm
  • Annual or perennial: Perennial
  • Attractive to insects: Various insects
  • Winter hardy: Moderately frost hardy
  • Ease of cultivation: Advanced
  • Latin: Romneya coulteri
  • Dutch: White Plume Poppy
  • Also known as: Fried egg or California Tree Poppy
  • English: Matilija Poppy
  • All year round

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