Dendromecon rigida |
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Bush Poppy |
Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor Photographer: Susan Frommer
Description
This medium to large branched shrub, with blue, gray-green foliage topped by yellow poppies make it valuable for backgrounds and large scale situations. It should be pruned to 3' after flowering. Do not provide this shrub with summer water.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
3-6', 6-12'
Flower Color
Yellow
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Green, Blue Green, Grey Green, Yellow Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Brown, Green
Fruit Season
Summer
Water Saving Tip:
Fix leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes.
One broken spray sprinkler can waste 10 gallons per minute - or 100 gallons in a typical 10 minute watering cycle.