When should I plant my wildflowers?Updated 2 months ago

You can plant wildflower seeds in spring, summer, and fall - the most important thing to know is your frost dates!

When To Plant Wildflower Seeds In Spring: 

• In all climates, plant wildflower seeds after your last frost date. Seeds will germinate as soon as your soil temperature has warmed to 55°F or warmer. 
• Spring is a popular time for growing both annual and perennial wildflowers. Sowing seeds in spring allows you to take advantage of a typically rainier season to help water your seedlings. Plus, you'll be able to see their growth start right away that spring and summer.

When To Plant Wildflower Seeds In Summer:

• Yes, you can plant wildflower seeds in the summer. However, long days of hot sun can easily dry out the soil or stress your seedlings. Be sure to water regularly to encourage germination and help seedlings survive extreme temperatures.
• Summer is a popular time for sowing quick-growing annual wildflowers.

When To Plant Wildflower Seeds In Fall:

• If you live in a cold-winter climate, fall planting won't give your seedlings enough time to establish before frost, so we recommend dormant planting. This means planting wildflower seeds after 2-3 killing frosts, and the ground is below 50°F and has begun to freeze. Seeds will lay dormant for the winter and germinate in spring. Be sure to wait until the ground is frozen to ensure seeds don't sprout early.
• If you live in a warm-winter climate, fall planting is a great option for planting perennial wildflowers and taking advantage of cooler temperatures to encourage seedling growth. Make sure you sow seeds at least 2 months before your first frost date to give seedlings time to establish.
• Fall is a popular time to sow long-lived perennial wildflowers or wildflower mixes.