Easy to Grow Seed Mix: This mix will perform equally well if sown in the spring or fall. Fall sowing should take place after the first frost, generally from mid September to the end of October. Early spring sowing can be done directly outdoors from April to July.
All Other Seed Mixes: 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.
Note, if seeds cannot be stratified, many will not germinate until the following spring and germination rates may be slightly lower. 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.
