Low-Growing Prairie for Clay Soils

While most clay-loving flowers and grasses tend to be taller species, the flowers in this mix are mostly from two-to-three feet high. Only a few may grow higher under optimal conditions. The grasses, at waist height or lower, allow the flowers …

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50006
Quantity Price Ea.
1/4 Lb $95.00
1/2 Lb $190.00
1-2 Lb $265.00
3-4 Lb $208.33
5-9 Lb $187.00
10+ Lb $169.50
Cultural Details
Soil Type Clay, Loam
Soil Moisture Medium
Sun Exposure Full Sun
Height 1' - 4'
Seeding Rate 10 Lbs per Acre or 1/4 Lb per 1000 Sq Ft.

While most clay-loving flowers and grasses tend to be taller species, the flowers in this mix are mostly from two-to-three feet high. Only a few may grow higher under optimal conditions. The grasses, at waist height or lower, allow the flowers to really show-off. As with any seeding, the Low-Growing Prairie for Clay will do best with two to three inches of good topsoil over the clay to create the best seedbed. For clay soils in full sun, this seed mix contains at least 15 wildflowers and two or more grasses.

Establishment Notes

Important. Native seed mixes take three years to fully mature.  In the first year, seedlings will expend their energy developing roots, and the plants may grow only an inch or two. During the first two years your site will require mowing to control weed growth. After two or three season the natives will begin to reign. The process requires patience, but even more important is to discourage the growth of weeds during the establishment – the first three to four years.  Read our Seed Mix Establishment Guide to learn more about growing a prairie from seed.

Pure Live Seed Notes

All of our seed is sold on a Pure Live Seed (PLS) basis. A PLS pound is the weight of seed required to equal one pound of 100% pure, germinable seed. This is calculated based upon each seed lot's purity and germination tests. Our seed is tested by an independent seed lab for purity and germination, using industry standard testing procedures. We track the ecotype origin of our seed inventory and provide this information at customer request.