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Products > Romneya coulteri   Romneya coulteri - Matilija Poppy      Habit and Cultural Information Category: Perennial Family: Papaveraceae (Poppies) Origin: California (U.S.A.) Bloomtime: Spring/Summer Height: 3-5 feet Width: 6-8 feet Exposure: Sun or Shade Drought Tolerant: Yes Deer Tolerant: Yes Irrigation (H2O Info): Low Water Needs Winter Hardiness: <15° F Romneya coulteri (Matilija Poppy) - Spreading from underground runners this beautiful California native grows 3-5 feet tall and spreads to 8 feet or more. glaucous gray foliage is pinnately divided into 3-5 lobes. The large (seven inches across) flowers have white crinkled petals with a yellow center. Peak bloom period is during the spring and summer. Plant in sun or partial sun. Drought tolerant. Initially difficult to establish but once happy it will run underground to form dense stands.  The description above is based on our research and observations of this plant growing in our nursery, in our own garden and in other gardens in the Santa Barbara area. We would appreciate hearing from anyone who has additional information about this plant, even if they disagree with what we have written.     [MORE INFO]