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We received some Mexican Tulip Poppy on Jul 19, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
Call (904) 471-0440 to confirm this plant and size before you make the trip.
Last received Jul 19, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
Call (904) 471-0440 to confirm this plant and size before you make the trip.
Pet toxicity: not on file, check before planting where pets chew
Pet safety guideAbout Mexican Tulip Poppy
Mexican tulip poppy (Hunnemannia fumariifolia) is a fast-growing tender perennial from Mexico bearing bright golden-yellow, poppy-like flowers on feathery blue-green foliage from spring through fall. Hardy in zone 9b, it behaves as a short-lived perennial or reliable self-seeder in NE Florida's well-drained sunny beds; it thrives on neglect and full sun, making it an excellent choice for dry, hot garden spots.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring, Summer, Fall
- Growth Rate
- Fast
- Foliage
- Herbaceous
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Well-drained
Care essentials
Mexican tulip poppy demands full sun and blooms most vigorously in hot, dry, open sites. In NE Florida, site it in well-drained raised beds or borders where it receives all-day sun and is not shaded by summer foliage.
Highly drought-tolerant once established; water sparingly in NE Florida — overwatering or poor drainage causes root and crown rot. Water to establish, then rely on rainfall. It is intolerant of wet conditions.
Prefers lean, sandy or loamy, sharply draining soil — NE Florida's sandy soil suits it well. Avoid heavy clay or rich, amended soils which promote foliage over flowers and increase rot risk. No regular fertilizing needed; excessive nutrients reduce bloom.
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Common questions
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Mature size: 18-24 in × 12-24 in. Light: Full Sun. Water needs: Low.