Suited to sites with medium moisture and can tolerate slightly acidic soil. The mix is ideal for fall sowing. Spring sowing is possible, however note some species may not come up until the following spring (after they overwinter).

Please Note: This mix contains a variety of native woodland species that are naturally slower to establish than wildflowers adapted to full sun. Some species may take one or even two winters before germinating, while others spend their first seasons developing roots before producing noticeable top growth. While some plants may emerge in the first year, the full diversity of this mix may take several years to develop. This mix is best suited for patient gardeners and those looking to create a long-term native woodland planting.
The mix is formulated with an ideal ratio of wildflower to grass species contains spring, summer and fall blooms in a variety of colours to provide a continuous nectar supply for pollinators. Covers approximately 100 square feet.

Cold, moist stratification required. Winter sow directly outside, or mix seeds with moist substrate (vermiculite, perlite or moss) and place in a plastic bag and refrigerate for 6-8 weeks. Sow seed at 1/8 inch depth. Do not let seedling dry out while it is establishing.

Species Composition

Great Blue Lobelia (Lobelia siphilitica) 14.00%
Eastern Columbine (Aquilegia canadensis) 8.00%
Canadian Anemone (Anemone canadensis) 4.00%
Tall White Beardtongue Smooth (Penstemon digitalis) 8.00%
Black Cohosh (Actaea racemosa) 3.00%
White Wood Aster (Aster divaricatus) 3.00%
Calico Aster (Symphyotrichum lateriflorum) 9.00%
Bigleaf Aster (Aster macrophyllus) 4.00%
White Avens (Geum canadense) 5.00%
Blue-bead Lily (Clintonia borealis) 0.50%
BunchBerry (Cornus canadensis) 0.50%
Tufted Hair Grass (Deschampsia cespitosa) 20.00%
Gray's Sedge (Carex grayi) 6.00%
Bottle Brush Grass (Elymus hystrix) 15.00%

From time to time, small adjustments to species percentages may occur based on seed availability.
For your convenience, this mix includes an eco-friendly seed coating. Small-seeded varieties are coated with a biodegradable mix of natural minerals to make application easier and increase germination rates.

Ideally, direct garden sowing should take place in the late fall after the first frost, mid September to November depending on your region. This allows seeds to overwinter outdoors, which imitates their natural dormancy period and improves germination. Spring sowing can be done directly outdoors from April to July, if seeds are overwintered/stratified for 6-8 weeks beforehand. Note: if seeds cannot be stratified, many will not germinate until the following spring and germination rates may be slightly lower

Site Preparation

Remove existing vegetation, then lightly work the soil to ensure compaction does not impede germination. Rake a fine seedbed then broadcast the seed evenly across the area. In order to ensure good soil/seed contact, use a seed roller or walk over seeds for smaller sites. Do not bury the seeds- they should have good contact with the soil but still be exposed to sunlight. For spring planting, keep evenly watered through the first two weeks of germination, or until seedlings are strong and well established. For fall planting, watering is not generally required. Patience is required when establishing a mix of native grasses and perennials as many flowers will not bloom until the second year of growth.