Shortgrass and Wildflower Prairie Mix

Ideal for areas requiring low-growing plants, this mix provides extended seasonal blooms without blocking views or pathways.

DESCRIPTION

Embrace the beauty and resilience of the prairie with our Shortgrass and Wildflower Prairie Mix. Specifically curated for those seeking a lower-profile landscape, this mix boasts species that generally reach a mature height of 3 feet or less. With a harmonious blend of wildflowers and grasses, expect a cascade of blooms from early spring to late fall. Not only does this mix offer aesthetic appeal with its vibrant colors and varied textures, but it also provides essential habitat for pollinators throughout the year. From the cheerful yellows of plains coreopsis to the subtle hues of Little Bluestem, this mix is a testament to the understated elegance of the prairie ecosystem. Ideal for gardens, meadows, or any landscape aiming for a shorter stature without sacrificing ecological value.

Little Bluestem Grass

Yarrow Wildflower

UNIQUE ATTRIBUTES

  • Low-Growing Elegance: The blend is specifically designed for low-profile landscapes, making it perfect for areas where height could be a constraint, such as near walkways, patios, or sightlines.

  • Extended Bloom Period: Featuring species that flower from early spring to late fall, this mix keeps your space vibrant throughout multiple seasons while maintaining a manageable height.

Sideways Grama Grass

Candle Anemone Wildflower

CHARACTERISTICS

  • Height: Low-profile, generally 3 feet or less.

  • Seasonal Color: A cascade of blooms from early spring to late fall.

  • Soil Requirements: Adaptable to various soil types.

  • Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to partial shade.

  • Watering Requirements: Moderate; drought-tolerant species included.

  • Ecological Value: Provides essential habitat for pollinators.

  • Sowing Time: Best sown in late fall or early spring.

CONTENTS

Wildflowers:

  • Yarrow

  • Candle Anemone

  • Columbine

  • Butterfly Milkweed

  • Ground-Plum

  • False Boneset

  • Purple Poppymallow

  • New Jersey Tea

  • Showy Partridge-Pea

  • Plains Coreopsis

  • Eastern White Prairie-Clover

  • Purple Prairie-Clover

  • Tall Cinquefoil

  • Pale Purple Coneflower

  • Dotted Gayfeather

  • Lemon Beebalm

  • Beardtongue

  • Shell-Leaf Penstemon

  • Self-Heal

  • Virginia Mountain Mint

  • Upright Prairie-Coneflower

  • Black-Eyed Susan

  • Prairie Petunia

  • Stiff Goldenrod

  • Showy-Wand Goldenrod

  • Heath Aster

  • Silky Aster

  • Golden Alexander

Grasses

  • Little Bluestem

  • Sideoats Grama

  • Blue Grama

  • Short Beak Sedge

  • Tall Dropseed

  • Purple Lovegrass

  • Junegrass