Mexican Tulip Poppy
Hunnemannia fumariifolia
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Varieties We Bring In
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.
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About 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. Starting at $3.39.
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
Is Mexican Tulip Poppy a good plant for St. Augustine?
Mexican Tulip Poppy is a plant for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 18-24 in × 12-24 in.