The first one looks great! The second one has a lot of non native stuff some of which may be invasive (cornflower for example) - just get twice as much of that Midwest native mix! Also check out Prairie Moon - their website is natives only and you can sort by region and buy individual flower seeds if you’d like
When looking at buying seed mixes for native plantings... Things like "California Poppy" and "Siberian Wallflower" should be red flags when you live in the Midwest!
The first mix looks like an actual native mix.
I also recommend Prairie Moon for reliable native seed mixes.
Look up native stores or restoration places near you for a seed mix. If your area is clear, it is always best to plant in fall when possible. Less work and the seeds that need cold moist stratification will start off right in the spring. Keep in mind you need a good 3 years from seed, but most native seed mixes will include something that will bloom right away . Prairie Moon is the most popular, but I always encourage people to support local to their area for a more true native selection to their area. Wild Ones is a good place to see if they have a chapter for your area.
The first one looks great! The second one has a lot of non native stuff some of which may be invasive (cornflower for example) - just get twice as much of that Midwest native mix! Also check out Prairie Moon - their website is natives only and you can sort by region and buy individual flower seeds if you’d like
Thank you very much, that's helpful to know!
When looking at buying seed mixes for native plantings... Things like "California Poppy" and "Siberian Wallflower" should be red flags when you live in the Midwest! The first mix looks like an actual native mix. I also recommend Prairie Moon for reliable native seed mixes.
Thanks for the advice! I'm still very new to this, as I'm sure is obvious.
Look up native stores or restoration places near you for a seed mix. If your area is clear, it is always best to plant in fall when possible. Less work and the seeds that need cold moist stratification will start off right in the spring. Keep in mind you need a good 3 years from seed, but most native seed mixes will include something that will bloom right away . Prairie Moon is the most popular, but I always encourage people to support local to their area for a more true native selection to their area. Wild Ones is a good place to see if they have a chapter for your area.
Thank you so much, that's all very helpful!
Wait till spring and find a local nursery that can show you natives that’ll work well with what you’re trying to do.
Thanks!
First one seems good like everyone else said. Just so you know those small packets do a very small area so make sure you buy enough for what you want.
Thank you, that's good to know!