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.
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.