Wildflower Planting Rates - How Much Wildflower Seed To Use

Wildflower
Seeding Rates

Selecting A Wildflower Seed Planting Rate

A minimum and maximum planting rate is given for each wildflower seed or seed mixture. A planting rate in the minimum range is usually sufficient to establish a good stand of wildflowers on prepared soil with adequate maintenance. The maximum rate is recommended when adequate soil preparation and weed control are impossible, or when a maximum display is required. Avoid using more than the recommended rates since poor perennial establishment may result.

Best Planting Rates For Wildflower Seed

Each wildflower mixture from our store has a recommended minimum and maximum planting rate. Minimum planting rates are based on 60-70 seeds per square feet (4 to 12 pounds per acre), which is usually sufficient to establish a good stand at wildflowers on prepared soil when adequate weed control can be maintained.

Maximum planting rates are based on 120-140 seeds per square foot (8 to 24 pounds per acre). and are recommended when adequate soil preparation and weed control are not possible, or when maximum color is required Avoid using more than the recommended rates since poor perennial establishment may result.

Seed Application For Wildflower Seed Will Affect Seed Rate

Method of wildflower seed application depends on the size of the area and the terrain. On small areas, broadcast seeds evenly ether by hand or by use of a drop or cyclone spreader. It a helpful to mix a carrier such as clean, dry sand with the seed; sand adds volume and aids in even distribution of your seeds. We recommend using a ratio of 1 or 2 parts sand to 1 part seed. Rake in lightly covering seeds to a maximum depth of 2-3 times their thickness. Or drag the area lightly with a piece of chain link fence to mix the seed into the surface of the soil. For seeding large areas over one acre, specially designed seed drills are most effective. Drill to a maximum of 1/4 inch and firm soil with a culti-packer; this maximizes seed/soil contact.