How to Plant Native Wildflower Seeds

These seeds are from the Butterfly Retreat Mix from the Native American Seed
Company.

Seed Mix: This packet contains 28 Texas-native wildflowers, including Bluebonnets, Indian Blankets, Purple Coneflower, Goldenrod, and Milkweed species. These plants will provide essential food and habitat for butterflies throughout their life cycle.

When to Plant:

• Timing: Late fall is the best time to sow these seeds.

Where to Plant:

• Location: Choose a sunny spot with full sun exposure.
• Soil Prep: Clear the area to bare soil to ensure the seeds can make direct contact with the ground.

How to Plant:

1. Spread Seeds: Scatter the seeds evenly across the prepared soil.
2. Press Seeds: Gently walk on the seeds, or use a roller or light rake to press them into the soil. There’s no need to cover them; exposure to sunlight and cold weather helps them germinate.
3. Water Sparingly: Rainfall is usually sufficient in fall and winter, so additional watering may not be necessary.

Why Plant in Fall?
Many wildflower seeds require cold weather to germinate. Planting in the fall allows them to establish strong root systems before blooming in the spring.

Care Tips:
Once established, these wildflowers are low maintenance and will return year after year, bringing vibrant blooms and butterflies to your garden!