55-75 Days to maturity. Eschscholzia californica. Red Chief California Poppy Seeds. Non-GMO, heirloom, tender perennial that is often grown as an annual. Red Chief California Poppies bring a taste of the Pacific Coast right to your backyard! These vivid, eye-catching blooms bring flames of color wherever they go, making it easy to see why poppies are the state flower of California. They also attract pollinators and are tolerant to rabbits and other pests. Red Chief poppies are perennials in warmer climates and readily re-seed as annuals. Does well in mass plantings or flower beds along with being container-friendly. Perfect for growers in hot, arid climates. Approximately 18,000 seeds per ounce.