Romneya

Romneya coulteri—matilija poppy. It is no wonder some gardeners call this poppy the fried egg plant. Spectacular in bloom, its 6-10 in. wide, crinkly white petals open around a central tuft of bright yellow stamens. Complete drought tolerance is appealing in all but small gardens where it is difficult to accommodate the 6-12 ft. tall stems that expand in clumps on traveling underground stems. After a long summer bloom period, stems should be cut low to the ground for best appearance of new spring growth. New plants and divisions can be difficult to transplant and become established; they resent excess water. Plant in sun or partial shade in any well-drained soil. Flowers produce no nectar but bees are attracted to pollen. Deer stay away.

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