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Arizona Poppy

Kallstroemia grandiflora, Zygophyllaceae

Zones
8–11
Layer
Ground Cover
Lifespan
Annual
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

Pollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect HabitatGround Cover

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6.5 – 8.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Big Bend BluebonnetLupinus havardii
Nitrogen FixationNurse Plant
Trailing Indigo BushDalea greggii
Nitrogen FixationPollinator SharingNurse Plant
Giant BlazingstarMentzelia laevicaulis
Shade ProvisionPollinator Sharing
Purple Viper's BuglossEchium plantagineum
Pollinator Sharing

Antagonistic Plants

Feather DaleaDalea formosa

Both desert-adapted plants compete for limited water and nutrients

Uses

Functions

Attracts Desert BeesSupports Specialist ButterfliesProvides Nectar For Native MothsAttracts Beneficial WaspsDesert Pollinator Specialist

Common Questions

What zones does Arizona Poppy grow in?

Arizona Poppy grows in USDA hardiness zones 8 through 11.

What are good companion plants for Arizona Poppy?

Good companions for Arizona Poppy include Big Bend Bluebonnet, Trailing Indigo Bush, Giant Blazingstar, Purple Viper's Bugloss.

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