{"name":"California Poppy","scientificName":"Eschscholzia californica","family":"Papaveraceae","url":"https://seedsinacup.com/plants/california-poppy","source":"Seeds In A Cup® supplied plant library; not independently peer reviewed","cultivation":{"how_to_grow":"Scatter seeds on surface. Needs full sun and poor, sandy soil. Taproot hates transplanting.","kit_methodology":"The Seeds In A Cup® kit uses a biodegradable pot option to plant directly without disturbing the taproot."},"growingConditions":"Open sunny areas, deserts, and grassy slopes.","safety":"Mildly sedative/narcotic properties; generally safe but bitter.","products":[{"name":"California Poppy Seed Starter Grow Kit","url":"https://seedsinacup.com/products/california-poppy-grow-kit"}]}