SHADE Flower Blend/Mix Annual/Perennial 16 Species 1000 seeds Heirloom Non-GMO Wildflowers 

PRODUCT INFORMATION

• The Shade Flower Blend is a beautiful, colorful mixture of annual and perennial wildflowers that will tolerates partial shade well.
• This blend works best in locations that receive strong, filtered sunlight or 1-4 hours of direct sun per day.
• The Shade Flower Blend is not suitable for densely shaded locations.

WHAT'S IN THIS MIX

Chinese Forget-Me-Not (Cynoglossum amabile)

Tiny blue flowers are an iconic addition to any garden. Although not a ‘true’ forget-me-not, this species has very similar flowers. This easy-to-grow annual blooms just weeks after planting and grows in almost any sunny spot. Chinese Forget Me Not attracts butterflies and hummingbirds to the garden and makes for gorgeous cut flowers.

Annual Candytuft (Iberis umbellata)

A small, tough plant with white flowers tinged with pink. Likes dry soil, hates dampness. Short perennial.

Baby Blue-Eyes (Nemophila menziesii)

Baby Blue-eyes is a spring-blooming wildflower that gets its name from it's bright blue flowers.

Lance Leaved Coreopsis (Coreopsis lanceolata)

Coreopsis (Coreopsis Lanceolata) - Grown from flower seeds, this is a reliable perennial that has a long bloom season. Commonly called Lanceleaf Coreopsis, it is native to a large portion of the United States and is golden colored and a great performer. It can be used in many natural settings, beautification of fields, and in the flower garden as well.

Purple Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea)

Purple Coneflower, also called Echinacea, is famous across the country for its stunning purple flowers and golden center cones. A perennial butterfly and bee magnet, this native wildflower is extremely easy to grow and looks equally at home in the garden, meadow, or vase. Leave your Purple Coneflower planting in place over the winter to attract goldfinches and other songbirds.

Annual Baby's Breath ( Gypsophila elegans)

A classic staple of any flower garden, Baby’s Breath provides a charming and diminutive backdrop amongst other larger and bolder wild varieties. Baby’s Breath is very affordable, and very easy to grow, and we recommend planting in abundance.

Rocket Larkspur (Delphinium consolida)

Rocket Larkspur, also known as wild Delphinium, is famous in the dried flower trade, but we prefer it growing in the garden! Gorgeous spikes of red, blue, pink, white and purple add unique color and texture to the summer garden or meadow and attract hummingbirds and butterflies. Rocket Larkspur is extremely easy to grow and can be planted in almost any spot. And yes, be sure to plant extra for cut bouquets – of course!

Mixed Corn Poppy (Papaver rhoeas)

The Mixed Corn Poppy (Papaver rhoeas) is a hardy annual native to Europe that displays large white, red and pink blooms 2-4 inches in diameter. Stems that support the large flower are slender and hairy with finely dissected foliage. Massed plantings create bold, vivid color contrast.

'Alaska' Shasta Daisy (Chrysanthemum maximum)

One of the most popular daisies!  Daisies are a summertime classic, and if you're looking to add some in your garden, this popular hybrid is one of the best. It's got all the looks of traditional daisies, with the addition of multiple flowers on each stalk. It is very easy to grow, and loved in colder climates for its increased hardiness. Makes a beautiful display in containers, where it's easily accessible by the butterflies that love it. Use it in a perennial border, where you can grab some for cut flower displays and enjoy its return each summer. You'll also want to divide this variety in 3 or 4 years, which keeps it healthy, and you can either plant divisions in other parts of your garden for a unified look, or give the divisions to a lucky friend. Leucanthemum superbum 'Alaska'

Sweet William Pinks (Dianthus barbatus)

Spectacular, multi-colored blooms add beautiful color to the summer garden or meadow. Wild Sweet William grows in sandy, clay or loamy soil conditions and grows to be about 12-24” tall, making it an extremely versatile variety. This variety is easy to grow and the colorful blooms make for fabulous summer bouquets.

Tall Spurred 'Northern Lights' Snapdragon (Linaria maroccana)

Spurred Snapdragon ‘Northern Lights’ is an annual that has numerous tiny snapdragon-like flowers in shades of pink, yellow, red, purple and violet with yellow patches in the throats and long, pointed spurs. It is an easily grown plant that blooms in 50 days from seeding. ‘Northern Lights’ is a taller variety, growing from 18-28 inches tall.

Johnny Jump-Up 'Helen Mount' (Viola cornuta)

The true Johnny jump-up. 1–2" tricolor flowers in purple, yellow, and white. May reseed. Also known as pansy, heart's ease, Johnny jump-up, and European field pansy. Perennial in Zones 4–9.

Clarkia (Calrkia unguiculata)

Clarkia plants grow to between 1 and 3 feet (0.5-1 m.) tall and spread 8 to 12 inches (20-30 cm.). Clarkia flowers bloom in summer or fall, and sometimes in winter in mild climates. Most flowers are doubles or semi-doubles and have frilly, crepe-like petals. They come in a wide range of colors.

Giant 'McKana Giants Mix' Columbine (Aquilegia caerulea)

McKana Giant Columbine Seeds grow beautiful blooms in radiant hues of red, white, yellow and purple. Our McKana Giant Columbine Seed Mix will liven up any garden, meadow or flowerbed; plus, they make a lovely bouquet! McKana Giant Columbines stand 2 to 3 feet high and produce buttercup shaped flowers that are 3 to 4 inches across. Elite gardeners chose McKana Giants!

Dwarf Columbine (Aquilegia vulgaris)

"Dwarf Columbine” or “European Columbine” is a lovely diminutive variety that also happens to be a vigorous producer of blooms. Adaptable to both sun and shade.

Tussock Bellflower (Campanula carpatica)

Tussock Bellflower is a perennial from the Carpathian Mountains with lavender-blue blooms. Prefers part shade in hot summer climates and needs regular moisture. Perfect for the rock garden and border edges.

WILDFLOWER MIX PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS

WHEN TO PLANT WILDFLOWERS: When to plant wildflower seeds largely depends on the climate and rainfall patterns in your area as well as the type of seeds you are planting. In cool climates, planting wildflower seeds in spring or early summer is ideal since temperatures are warm enough for germination but not so hot that it’s difficult to keep seeded areas moist. Planting in summer is not recommended since it is difficult to keep seed beds continually moist for the first 4-6 weeks. The hot summer sun tends to dry the soil out too quickly.

Wildflower seeds can also be planted in fall in cool climates. Dormant fall wildflower plantings should be late enough so that seeds do not germinate until spring. These must be done when air and soil temperatures are too low for germination, typically after several freezes but before there is snow cover. The seeds will lie “dormant” in the soil until spring when warmer temperatures and moisture are available. Soil expansion and contraction during the winter can also improve seed-soil contact (cold stratification). Perennials can also be sown in early fall provided that there are at least 10-12 weeks of growing time before the plants go dormant for the winter. This amount of time generally allows enough root growth for plants to survive the winter.

WHERE TO PLANT WILDFLOWERS: Though many wildflowers do tolerate some filtered shade, and a few actually thrive in it. The vast majority are definitely sun lovers. Wildflowers will generally sprout in all but the most difficult conditions. This means that pampering your site with fertilizer or rich sod is not usually necessary.

HOW TO PLANT WILDFLOWERS: Clear the area and work the soil as best you can before planting your seeds.

We recommend mixing your seeds with sand - 2 parts sand to 1 part seeds. This allows for a more even distribution and also provides a convenient way to mark which portions of the site have been seeded and which have not. For a smaller area, you can hand-broadcast the seeds. After the seeds have been sown, lightly compress the seeds into the soil about 1/2" to protect from birds and wind.

MOISTURE REQUIREMENTS: All seeds, including wildflower seeds, need ample moisture to germinate and to develop into healthy seedlings. Best results will be obtained by soaking the planted areas thoroughly and maintaining consistent moisture for 4-6 weeks. Afterwards, watering can be gradually reduced over several weeks. In non-irrigated situations, plant in the spring or before periods of anticipated rainfall.

HOW TO CARE FOR WILDFLOWERS: Although Wildflowers are pretty easy to take care of, there are some steps to keep it looking beautiful. Regularly weed to ensure your wildflowers are getting the nutrients they need. Water your plants during dry spells. Deadhead blooms that are spent to encourage new growth.

WHAT TO EXPECT FROM YOUR WILDFLOWER GARDEN: Most of our wildflower seed mixes contain annual, biennial and perennial species. Please read the mix contents. The annuals are included to assure maximum color during the first season and to act as a nurse crop for the slower-growing perennials. Annuals germinate quickly when conditions are favorable, providing a quick ground cover and competition against weeds. Most perennial and biennial species begin to bloom the second season, but not as profusely as annuals. Therefore, wildflower plantings look noticeably different after the first year.

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