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PAm Wildflower Mix

PAm Wildflower Mix                                                                                                                                                              
10% Lace Leaf Phacelia, Phacelia tanacetifolia  
5% California Poppy, Eschscholzia californica 
1% Alyssum, Lobularia maritima 
3% Birds Eye, Gilia tricolor 
3% Globe Gilia, Gilia capitate 
1% Goldfields, Lasthenia californica 
10% Wallflower, Cheiranthus allioni 
10% Dame’s Rocket, Hesperis matronalis 
3% Five Spot, Nemophila maculata 
15% Baby’s Breath, Gypsophila elegans 
11% Chinese Forget-Me-Not, Cynoglossum amabile 
15% Bachelor Buttons, Centaurea cyanus 
1% Yarrow, Achillea millefolium 
12% Sweet Mignonette, Reseda odorata 

Seed Rate:   
12 lbs/acre rate for broadcast planting 
10 lbs/acre rate for drill planting  

​Ground Preparation: 
Ideal conditions for germination is seed planted at a depth no greater than 1/4 inch in continually moist soil. The best method for planting is direct seeding with drill equipment. Most soil conditions are conducive for drill planting without ground prep. Very heavy/clay soils may need to be worked up if drill is struggling to penetrate the soil surface.  

If broadcast seeding is the only option then a fine seed bed is desirable since most of the seeds are very small (like alfalfa). If broadcasting into loose/sandy soil skipping ground prep may be acceptable. If working with heavy/clay soils first use a shallow (3-5 inches) disk or spring-tooth harrow to work up the soil, then plant seed with a broadcaster, then cultipack with a ring roller, which covers the seed by pushing it into the ground. Dragging a piece of chain-link fence behind an ATV or tractor can also be sufficient. The seed should be covered so it can remain moist. 

Planting Methods: 
Use a grain drill, no till drill, broadcaster, or even a hand-held broadcaster on small areas to evenly distribute the seed
 
Timing:   

After Sept. 10 through Nov. 10, while soil is still warm (above 55⁰) is an appropriate time to plant wildflowers in California. Plant no more than 1/8” deep.  

Management: 
 If reseeding is desired leaving plants intact until June or July may be necessary. This date will vary depending on planting date and local climate. 

The PAm Wildflower Seed Mix is designed to provide honey bee forage in California, and may not be appropriate for planting in other regions.

Download PAm Wildflower Mix Planting Instructions

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  • Home
  • About Us
    • About Project Apis m.
    • PAm Staff
    • Scientific Advisors
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    • Join The Team
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    • PAm eNewsletter
    • Project Apis m. Blog
  • Honey Bee Research
    • Honey Bee Research
    • PAm-Costco Scholars
    • Request Funding
    • RFPs
  • Seeds For Bees
    • Apply to Enroll
    • Seeds For Bees FAQs
    • Seeds For Bees For the Grower >
      • Water Requirements
      • Cover Crop Competition
      • Nitrogen Management
      • FAQs for Growers
    • PAm Seed Mixes >
      • PAm Mustard Mix
      • PAm Clover Mix
      • Vetch -Grain Mix
      • PAm Wildflower Mix
      • PAm Soil Builder Mix
    • Seeds For Bees Supporters
  • Forage
    • Forage (Home)
    • The Bee and Butterfly Habitat Fund
    • Forage Videos
  • Resources
    • Indoor Storage Guide for Honey Bees
    • Best Management Practices For Beekeepers (Home) >
      • Honey Bee Nutrition
      • Varroa
      • Nosema
      • Honey Bee Equipment Management and Maintenance
      • Honey Bee Colony Management
    • Best Management Practices For Almond Growers
  • Video
  • Supporters
    • Support Us
    • 2020 Supporters
    • Christi Heintz Scholarship
    • Annual Report
    • Corporate Sponsorship Opportunities
    • Testimonials