Shade Flower Mix - Key Growing Information

The Shade Mix, brightening shaded areas and woodland edges with over a dozen species of shade-tolerant flowers.

DAYS TO GERMINATION:

10-28 days at 65-75°F (18-24°C)

SOWING:

Direct seed (recommended) - Prepare weed-free field or bed area. Broadcast mixture evenly over area. Lightly rake seed and gently tamp into soil to ensure good seed-to-soil contact. Seed should be no deeper than 1/8". Keep area moist to aid germination. Planting Times: Plant in late spring, early summer, or late fall. For fall sowing, wait until the soil temperature is too cool to allow seed germination (below 40ºF/4.4ºC).

LIGHT PREFERENCE:

Part Shade.

PLANT HEIGHT:

6-36" Plant heights vary depending on species.

SOIL REQUIREMENTS:

Average, well-drained soil.

USES:

Part shade.

SEEDING RATES:

A packet (approximately 650 seeds) sows a 75-100' row or 5-10 square feet; 1/4 lb. sows 1000 square feet.; 5-10 lb./acre. Use the higher rate for maximum color and when adequate soil preparation and weed control are not possible.

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