Romneya coulteri, Matilija Poppy native upward-facing trumpets (the better to

upward-facing trumpets (the better to see their green-speckled interiors) bloom May to June above a mound of light green

and greener than that of Quercus 'Pinnatifida' though similar in other ways

needle-like leaves

Let's give it a new lease on life

hot sun is fine for this species which requires little summer water once established

Romneya coulteri, Matilija Poppy native upward-facing trumpets (the better toThis California native's gray green, deeply cut foliage and gold centered, crepe papery white flowers will dazzle any onlooker. Yes, kind of like fried eggs, but that slightly dishonors this gorgeous flower. An egg should be so lucky. (Yes, okay, eggs are beautiful, too.) Its stature is grandat least 4 8 feet tall and spreading. Once established, no summer water! Most likely to succeed in VERY well drained conditions. If your soil is heavy, consider