Platystemon californicus - Cream Cups

Description

Native throughout California, Cream Cups delight wildflower lovers each spring with their abundant blossoms. A member of the Poppy family, it appears like a miniature Iceland Poppy, its creamy white flowers rising barely a foot tall. This species has been cultivated since the 1800's, although ironically mostly outside of California, a fact we are trying to change. Cream Cups will reseed, but not so aggressively as to invade where it isn't wanted. Plant in a sunny situation, with regular water until it sets seed.