Northwest Native Wildflower Mix (1/4 lb)

The Northwest Native Wildflower Mix (1/4 lb) is an open-pollinated blend of annuals and perennials native to the Northwestern US. The colorful mix blooms from spring to late summer, attracts bees and butterflies, and includes Godetia, Mountain Garland, Chinese Houses, California Poppy, Globe Gilia, Bird's Eyes, Tidy Tips, Russell Lupine, Five Spot, Baby Blue Eyes, California Blue Bell, and more. About 1/4 lb covers 1,000 square feet if broadcast.

At a glance

• Type: Open-pollinated native annual and perennial mix
• Species: 15 native (12 annual, 2 perennial, 1 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: 9 to 60 inches
• USDA hardiness zones: 3 to 10
• Coverage: About 1,000 square feet per 1/4 lb
• Seeding rate: 1/4 to 1/2 lb per 1,000 sq ft, or 20 lbs per acre

Best for

• Pacific Northwest native gardens
• Pollinator and butterfly meadows
• Naturalized plantings
• Long-season color spring to late summer
• Supporting bees and beneficial insects
• Regional habitat restoration

How to grow

Broadcast in fall or spring at 1/4 to 1/2 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. The mix blooms from spring to late summer.

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