Seed Savers Exchange 0986 Open-Pollinated Flower Seeds, California Poppy Mixture, 250 Seed Packet First noted on the Pacific coast by Dr; Johann Friedrich Eschscholtz, who was the leader of a Russian expedition in 1815 Officially designated the state flower of California on December 12, 1890 Spectacular, long-lasting display of lively colors Self-seeding annual, 12-16-inch tall