Eschscholzia mexicana
Mexican Gold Poppy, Desert Gold Poppy, Sun Shades
Family: Papaveraceae Poppy
| Type | Annual |
| USDA Hardiness range | n/a |
| Exposure | Full sun |
| Bloom color | Orange, white, yellow |
| Bloom time | Early Spring to Early Fall |
| Water needs | Dry |
| Landscape uses | Border, ground cover, rock garden |
| Height | 6" to 9" / 15cm to 25cm |
| Spread | n/a |
| Growth rate | Moderate |
| Persistence | Deciduous, broadleaf |
| Leaf color | Blue, green |
| Fruit color | n/a |
| Soil type | Sandy |
| Form | Upright or erect |
| Attributes and features | Native to North America, naturalizing |