Romneya coulteri is also known as Matilija poppy or tree poppy. This perennial shrub is native to Southern California, and can be up to about 6 ft (2 m) tall. It has a deeply lobed grey-green foliage, and large white flowers.
This plant is relatively frost hardy, as it will withstand negative temperatures down to about 15°F (-10°C)
Leaves of Romneya coulteri are grey-green, deeply-lobed and semi-decidious to evergreen, depending on the winter conditions.
Flowers are white with yellow stamens, and can be more than 8 in (20 cm) wide. They are slighly fragrant.
Romneya coulteri requiert les expositions suivantes : lumière,soleil The poppy tree can easily withstand droughts. However, it will have a better aspect if regularly watered during the summer.
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Category - perennial
Dimensions
Height 2.00 m
Width 2.00 m
Minimum temperatures
The plant is likely to die as soon as temperature is below -10.0 °C
Leaves and other aerial parts are damaged as soon as temperatures drops to -5.0 °C
Exposure - light, full sun
Leaves - evergreen
Flowers - Fragrant flowersColor(s) : white, yellow
Propagation - cutting, offset, seeds This plant can be propagated by seeds, cuttings, and suckers division. The last method is the easiest one.
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