North American Clay Soil-Loving Native Wildflower Mix (lb)

The North American Clay Soil-Loving Native Wildflower Mix (lb) is an open-pollinated blend of annuals and perennials native to the US, selected to thrive in clay soils. It grows up to 5 feet or more and produces a colorful, long season of bloom that attracts bees and butterflies. The mix includes Perennial Lupine, Blanketflower, Coneflower, Partridge Pea, Lance-leaved Coreopsis, Ox-eye Sunflower, Purple Prairie Clover, Black-eyed Susan, Butterflyweed, New England Aster, Bee Balm, Ironweed, and more.

At a glance

• Type: Open-pollinated native annual and perennial mix
• Species: 26 native (4 annual, 22 perennial)
• Days to germinate: 20 to 45 days
• Sun: Full sun
• Planting depth: 1/8 inch
• Height at maturity: 12 to 72 inches
• USDA hardiness zones: 3 to 10
• Seeding rate: 1/2 to 3/4 lb per 1,000 sq ft, or 23 lbs per acre

Best for

• Clay and heavy soils
• Native meadow and prairie plantings
• Pollinator and butterfly gardens
• Naturalized large areas
• Long-season color spring to late summer
• Supporting bees and beneficial insects

How to grow

Sow in fall or spring at 1/2 to 3/4 lb per 1,000 square feet, barely covering seed to about 1/8 inch. Germination takes 20 to 45 days. The mix adapts to various soils but is selected to perform in clay, in full sun with moderate water. Blooms appear from spring to late summer.

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