California Low-Growing Native Wildflower Mix (lb)

The California Low-Growing Native Wildflower Mix is an open-pollinated blend of low-growing annuals and perennials native to California. This 1 pound size carries varieties such as California Poppy, Globe Gilia, Tidy Tips, Sky Lupine, Five Spot, and Baby Blue Eyes, drawing bees and butterflies from spring into late summer while staying compact.

At a glance

• Type: Open-pollinated native annual and perennial mix
• Seeding rate: 1/4 to 1/2 lb per 1,000 square feet (11 lb per acre)
• USDA zones: 3 to 10
• Planting depth: 1/8 inch
• Germination: 20 to 45 days
• Height at maturity: 9 to 24 inches
• Sun: Full sun
• Water: Light

Best for

• Large low-growing meadows and slopes
• California native and habitat gardens
• Low-water, drought-tolerant acreage
• Bee and butterfly pollinator habitat
• Gardeners wanting compact regional natives at scale

How to grow

Plant in fall or spring on cleared soil in full sun, preferring native ground. Broadcast at about 1/4 to 1/2 pound per 1,000 square feet, or roughly 11 pounds per acre, rake in lightly to about 1/8 inch, and keep the surface moist through the 20 to 45 day germination period. Thin seedlings to about 1 inch apart at 3 inches tall, and water lightly once established.

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