Custom Wildflower Seed Mix
A mix for average soil moisture w/ at least 6 hours of full sun
Our science team has selected a blend of 15 wildflowers native to the Granby area. The wildflowers grow best in average to dry soils with at least six hours of sunlight. The seeds should be planted in late fall on bare soil. This custom mix is made with seeds sourced by Vermont Wildflower Farm.
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- Asclepias tuberosa (butterfly weed)
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- Asclepias incarnata (rose milkweed)
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- Echinacea purpurea (eastern purple coneflower)
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- Eutrochium purpureum (sweet Joe-Pye)
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- Monarda fistulosa (wild bergamot)
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- Penstemon digitalis (foxglove beard-tongue)
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- Rudbeckia hirta (black-eyed Susan)
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- Symphyotrichum laeve (smooth aster)
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- Zizia aurea (golden Alexander)
Preparation
- Clear: Remove or reduce weedy cover of the area to be seeded
- Mow: Mow or light tilling the area to be planted. Be cautious with tilling as it may bring up other dormant seeds in the soil.
- Timing: Sow seeds in the fall after a killing frost has occurred, but before the ground freezing,
sprinkle seeds over the desired area. Some seeds require light for germination; do not cover seeds.
Note: Perennial wildflowers take time to establish; it may take several years to see some of
the flowers in this mix. Be patient!
One of our science team members, Aubrey, filmed some helpful videos explaining seed planting methods as well as answering some basic FAQs. Please enjoy and reach out to us if you have more questions!
One of our science team members, Aubrey, filmed some helpful videos explaining seed planting methods as well as answering some basic FAQs. Please enjoy and reach out to us if you have more questions!