tree poppy

How to Grow and Care for tree poppy

tree poppy · Dendromecon rigida
Also known as: bush poppy; Californian poppy tree; Californian tree poppy

Grow in well-drained soil and full sun

Watering: Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterloggingSunlight: Full sunInformation to be completed

Planting and Growing tree poppy

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Care difficulty2 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterlogging
Sunlight requirementsFull sun
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Soil typeLoam · Sand
Soil pHAcid · Alkaline · Neutral
Soil moistureWell drained
FertilizingBalanced feed in spring and light repeat in growth season
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Care Tips

Grow in well-drained soil and full sun

How to Water tree poppy?

Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterlogging

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for tree poppy?

Full sun

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for tree poppy?

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What Soil Is Best for tree poppy?

Soil type
Loam · Sand
Soil pH
Acid · Alkaline · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for tree poppy?

Well drained

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How to Fertilize tree poppy?

Balanced feed in spring and light repeat in growth season

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How to Prune tree poppy?

Little pruning is needed. Remove diseased, damaged, crowded or crossing shoots and unwanted growth. Timing depends on the plant: generally late winter or early spring; plants prone to bleeding and deciduous magnolias need different timing, and deciduous azaleas and lilacs are pruned after flowering.

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How to Propagate tree poppy?

Propagate by seed in spring or autumn; keep at 10-13°C (50-55°C). Propagate softwood cuttings in summer or by root cuttings in winter

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How to Transplant tree poppy?

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How to Care for tree poppy in Winter?

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How to Plant tree poppy?

Grow in well-drained soil and full sun

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How to Repot tree poppy?

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How to Harvest tree poppy?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

Generally trouble free

Pests

Generally trouble free

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The Toxicity of tree poppy

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More General Info About tree poppy

Attributes of tree poppy

Plant typeShrubs
Height2.5-4 metres
Spread1-1.5 metres
FoliageEvergreen
HabitBushy
OriginCalifornia

Scientific Classification

Species
Dendromecon rigida
Genus
Dendromecon
Family
Papaveraceae
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