SKU: 31343117664
northern california wildflower seed mix

northern california wildflower seed mix California Wild Lawn Seed Mix

Sale price$25.34 Regular price$28.16
Save 10%

Pay in installments of $7.04 with ShopPay, AfterPay and Klarna

Shipping Estimate
USA
  • USA
  • CAN

Ships within 48 hours · Estimated delivery Sep 5 - Sep 10

Promo Codes Available:

For Your Every Summer RSVP, with Code: SUMMER15

Description

northern california wildflower seed mix California Wild Lawn Seed MixA low grow, low water, low maintenance, fire wise, wildflower and native grass lawn that supports pollinators. Inspired by the super bloom meadows of California, we developed this as an alternative to traditional lawns. Unlike non native turf grass (with its high water requirements and low ecological value), our California Wild Lawn provides: Native grasses and wildflowers comprising a low stature meadow that you can actually walk on. Infrequent

A low-grow, low-water, low-maintenance, fire-wise, wildflower and native grass lawn that supports pollinators.

Inspired by the super-bloom meadows of California, we developed this as an alternative to traditional lawns.

Unlike non-native turf grass (with its high-water requirements and low ecological value), our California Wild Lawn provides:

  • Native grasses and wildflowers comprising a low-stature meadow that you can actually walk on. 
  • Infrequent mowing. Cut the lawn low at the beginning of the summer dry season to eliminate combustible biomass, in periods of abundant rainfall, let it grow lush with flowers.
  • A water-smart ground cover that does not require irrigation beyond initial establishment -- in the event of a drought, just mow it low and let it remain dormant. Life will spring back when natural rains return.
  • A dazzling color display that feeds native bees, butterflies, and songbirds, and richly textured native grass that resemble a wild grassland.

Mix Composition:

Re-Seeding Annual Wildflowers (49%): California Goldfields (Lasthenia californica), Five Spot (Nemophila maculata), Red Maids (Calandrinia ciliata), Farewell to Spring (Clarkia amoena), Tomcat Clover (Trifolium wildenovii), Tidy Tips (Layia platyglossa), Chinese Houses (Collinsia heterophylla), Bird’s Eye (Gilia tricolor), Bicolor Lupine (Lupinus bicolor), California Bluebell (Phacelia campanularia), Dwarf California Poppy (Eschscholzia caespitosa), Foothill Clover (Trifolium ciliolatum), Maiden Clover (Trifolium microcephalum), Baby Blue Eyes (Nemophila menziesii), Owl’s Clover (Castilleja exserta), Goldfields (Lasthenia glabrata)

Perennial Wildflowers (6%): Springbank Clover (Trifolium wormskioldii), Perennial California Poppy (Eschscholzia californica var. Martima), turf-type Western yarrow (Achillea millefolium ‘Yaak’)

Native Grasses (55%): Seashore Bentgrass (Agrostis pallens), Three Week Fescue (Festuca microstachys), Idaho Fescue (Festuca idahoensis), Molate Red Fescue (Festuca rubra ‘Molate’), California Oatgrass (Danthonia californica), Western Fescue (Festuca occidentalis), Prairie Junegrass (Koeleria macrantha)

Appropriate Range: This mix is well adapted to most locations from Southern Oregon through Southern California, at elevations ranging from sea-level to about 3,000 feet, and areas with an average of 10 or more inches of annual precipitation. (Note this mix will do okay in dry areas, such as the southern San Joaquin Valley, but may need supplemental irrigation for establishment).

Butterfly Host Plants: The various plants in this mix are likely caterpillar host plants for the following butterflies: Springbank Clover, Maiden Clover, Foothill Clover and Tomcat Clover: western cloudywing (Thorybes diversus), Queen Alexandra’s sulphur (Colias alexandra), Shasta blue (Plebejus shasta), greenish blue (Plebejus saepiolus), Chinese Houses, Owl’s Clover, and Farewell to Spring: Pacific green sphinx moth (Proserpinus lucidus), Grasses: sandhill skipper (Polites sabuleti), roadside skipper (Amblyscirtes vialis), Sonora skipper (Polites sonora), Linsey’s skipper (Hesperia lindseyi), western branded skipper (Hesperia colorado).

Establishment Recommendations: This mix is best established from Autumn through late Winter in most locations, but can be started at other times with supplemental irrigation during initial establishment. (If established with supplemental irrigation, watering should be discontinued at the beginning of the next rainy season).

Seed should be surface-scattered directly onto well-prepared bare-ground. Existing lawns can be removed and replaced with this mix by using a sod-cutter, herbicides, or by smothering with tarps or cardboard. Please see our basic site preparation guidelines here for an overview. Note that new planting sites (where there previously was no lawn) should be largely free of competing weed seed such as cheatgrass and may need several seasons of preparation to create a clean seed bed.

Maintenance and Fire Notes: While the species in this seed mix are relatively low stature, in conditions with excellent soil fertility and moisture, the mature flowering canopy can reach more that 18-inches in height. Selective cutting with secateurs, a scythe, or string trimmer can manage height expectations during the growing season.

Note that while this wild lawn is great alternative to traditional lawns and can tolerate occasional foot traffic, it is not as durable as non-native turf grass. We do not recommend this mix for high-traffic areas, including areas with significant pet activity.

Natural California grasslands largely go dormant in summer with the onset of the dry season. To reduce fire-risk, we recommend cutting down the wild lawn after flowering, and before the lawn completely dries out. (Mowing to about 4-inches is ideal, and rough cutting with a scythe is an excellent, wildlife-friendly option). The mowed biomass should be either cut and bagged, or raked up and removed from the site. (Note that to preserve small invertebrate life in the lawn clippings, the mowed material can be composted in a safe nearby location and occasionally watered to reduce combustibility and enhance composting efficiency.

This list is informed by fire-wise native plant guidelines developed by the Fire Safe Council of San Diego, the Fire Safe Council for Monterey County, the Resource Conservation District of Santa Cruz County, and the City of Anaheim Fire & Rescue. We have intentionally selected plants for their low-fire risk benefits.

With sufficient heat and dry conditions however, any landscape plants are combustible. For this reason, we recommend consulting fire-wise resources for maintaining a defensible space near structures. Core principles to consider include reducing vegetation immediately adjacent to homes and buildings, and maintaining vertical spacing between ground vegetation and the lower canopy of trees and shrubs so that ground-based fires cannot jump to low-hanging tree branches.

Note that by cutting your lawn after flowering, you increase the potential for your wildflowers to reseed themselves. However, some native wildflowers naturally decline in abundance over time. To increase the abundance of your favorite flowers, your wild lawn can be periodically (every few years) mowed low to the ground re-seeded with select wildflower species.

Seed Mix Weight: 1-pound (enough to cover about 800 to 1000 square feet).

 

Shipping Notes
  • Free Standard Shipping on $100+ Orders to the USA.
  • Except Preorder products are shipped in 48 hours.
  • Delivery to the USA:
  1. Standard Shipping : 3-10 business days
  • If time is of the essence, please consider selecting expedited delivery for faster service.
Exchange/Return Notes
  • We offer a 30-day return/exchange service after receiving.
  • Final sale items are not eligible for returns or exchanges.
  • To process your return/exchange, please contact us at [email protected]
  • Please click here for more details>>> Return & Exchange Policy
SKU: 31343117664

Discover Niche Categories That Outsell northern california wildflower seed mix

Top-Converting Item to Boost Your Average Order

4.8 ★★★★★
Based on 11 reviews
Sort
Highest Rating
Newest First
Oldest First
Product Reviews
M
Verified Purchase
Madelyn Concepcion
Dallas, US
★★★★★ 5
Buen libro
Format: Paperback
Un excelente libro de autoayuda, lo recomiendo mucho
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on August 27, 2025
G
Verified Purchase
Giovanni
Grantham, US
★★★★★ 5
Excelente recomendado
Format: Paperback
Muy dinámico y va al grano
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on September 6, 2022
E
Verified Purchase
EastCoastPete
Phoenix, US
★★★★★ 5
Excellent book. Great exercises and examples for each topic.
Format: Paperback
I am delighted to provide a very positive review for the RHCSA Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9: Training and Exam Preparation Guide (EX200), Third Edition. This book is an exceptional resource for anyone seeking to become a Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) and excel in the field of enterprise Linux system administration. The author, Asghar Ghori, has done a fantastic job of breaking down complex concepts into easily understandable language. The book is well-structured and covers all the necessary topics in a logical order, making it easy to follow along and comprehend. The exercises and practical examples provided throughout the book are also helpful in reinforcing concepts and applying them to real-world scenarios. One of the things I appreciated most about this book is its comprehensive coverage of Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9. The author has ensured that all the relevant topics for the RHCSA exam are covered in-depth, from installation and configuration to system administration, networking, and security. This comprehensive coverage makes it an invaluable resource for not just passing the exam but also for becoming an expert in the field. Furthermore, the book includes a wide range of practice questions and exam simulations, which are incredibly helpful in preparing for the RHCSA exam. The author has done an excellent job of mimicking the format and difficulty level of the actual exam, so readers can feel confident in their preparedness. In summary, the RHCSA Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9: Training and Exam Preparation Guide (EX200), Third Edition, is a must-read for anyone seeking to become a Red Hat Certified System Administrator. It is a well-written, comprehensive, and practical resource that covers all the necessary topics and provides ample opportunities for practice and preparation. I highly recommend this book to anyone interested in pursuing a career in Linux system administration.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on May 4, 2023
K
Verified Purchase
Kimberly
New York, US
★★★★★ 5
Perfect
Format: Paperback
The RHEL 9 version of the RHCSA covers a wide range of skills.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on January 26, 2025
R
Verified Purchase
Rafaela Silva
Massapequa, US
★★★★★ 5
Small typos
Format: Paperback
It's a pretty good book, however I am finding quite a lot of typos, and editing errors, one in particular was on page 101 The review questions don't match the review answers, had to edit a lot of it by hand.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on July 12, 2023

recommand products