Also known as Frying-Pans
Frying Pans, Eschscholzia lobbii, is a delicate wildflower native to California, known for its bright yellow, cup-shaped flowers resembling miniature frying pans.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full sun.
100% intensity
Needs at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Allow soil to dry out between waterings.
25% intensity
Drought tolerant, avoid overwatering.
Sandy, Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate to warm.
50% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 18-25°C during the growing season.
Low feeder.
10% intensity
Does not require frequent fertilization; lean soil is preferred.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water sparingly once established, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. Eschscholzia lobbii is drought-tolerant and prefers drier conditions.
Overwatering can lead to root rot, especially in poorly draining soils. Water more frequently during prolonged dry spells in its active growing season.
Prune back spent flower stalks to encourage reblooming and maintain a tidy appearance. After the main flowering period, especially in hot climates, the plant may benefit from a trim to promote a denser growth habit.
Deadheading is the primary form of pruning.
Propagate from seed sown in autumn or early spring. Eschscholzia lobbii seeds germinate best with a period of cold stratification. Direct sowing into its final position is recommended as they dislike transplanting.
Young seedlings can be carefully transplanted if necessary.
Repotting is generally not required for Eschscholzia lobbii as it is an annual or short-lived perennial often grown from seed. If grown in a container, repot only if the plant becomes severely root-bound, typically in early spring, using well-draining soil.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Frying Pans (Eschscholzia lobbii)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Ranunculales |
| Family | Papaveraceae |
| Genus | Eschscholzia |
| Species | Eschscholzia lobbii |
Similar in genus Eschscholzia
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