Northeast Native Wildflower Mix (1/4 lb)

The Northeast Native Wildflower Mix (1/4 lb) is an open-pollinated blend of annuals and perennials native to the New England region. The colorful mix blooms from spring through fall and attracts bees and butterflies. It includes Perennial Lupine, Partridge Pea, Indian Blanket, Lance-leaved Coreopsis, Black-eyed Susan, Ox-eye Sunflower, Gayfeather, Red Milkweed, Butterflyweed Milkweed, New England Aster, Bee Balm, and more.

At a glance

• Type: Open-pollinated native annual and perennial mix
• Species: 15 native (3 annual, 10 perennial, 2 biennial)
• Days to germinate: 20 to 45 days
• Sun: Full sun
• Planting depth: 1/8 inch
• Spacing after thinning: 1 foot (thin at 3 inches tall)
• Height at maturity: 24 to 60 inches
• USDA hardiness zones: 3 to 10
• Bloom season: Spring, summer, fall
• Seeding rate: 1/2 to 3/4 lb per 1,000 sq ft, or 24 lbs per acre

Best for

• New England and Northeast native gardens
• Pollinator and butterfly meadows
• Naturalized plantings
• Long-season color spring to fall
• Supporting bees and beneficial insects
• Regional habitat restoration

How to grow

Sow in fall or spring at 1/2 to 3/4 lb per 1,000 square feet, barely covering to about 1/8 inch. Germination takes 20 to 45 days. When seedlings reach 3 inches tall, thin to about 1 foot apart. Grow in full sun with moderate water in adaptable soil that ideally favors native plants. The mix blooms from spring through fall.

About Grow Organic

Grow Organic offers regional native and pollinator-friendly seed mixes alongside garden supplies to help home gardeners support local ecosystems.

Sold by Grow Organic, based in Grass Valley, California.