Frequently Asked Questions
SMALL SCALE PLANTING
In Oklahoma, wildflowers should be planted in the fall. Late September throught mid November is ideal.
To Plant on Existing Grass:
1a. Use a herbicide to eliminate any vegetation which may compete. (*Optional - see Note)
1b. Mow the existing vegetation as short as possible. Rake the clippings and remove from site.
2. Rake the area with a garden rake to loosen the soil surface. (No more than ½ inch.)
3. Mix seeds thoroughly to provide equal distribution. (Small seeds tend to filter to the bottom of the mix.)
4. Hand broadcast the seed on the area to be planted.
5. Lightly rake over the area to establish proper seed/soil contact.
NOTE: DO NOT plant wildflowers in grasses that grow during winter (example: annual rye grass or fescue) as the winter grasses will be too aggressive to allow the wildflowers to become established.
To plant on bare soil and bark mulch areas - Follow steps 2 through 5 above.
When Do Seeds Germinate?
Some of the seeds will germinate 10 - 20 days after planting if sufficient moisture is available. Other seeds will germinate in the early spring. Regardless of the planting location, most wildflowers will require at least six (6) hours of sunlight per day, minimum foot traffic and water during the germination period if rainfall is not substantial.
Do I Have to Water The Seeds?
If there is no rainfall after planting, watering will help in germination and seedling establishment. Once your wildflowers are beyond the critical seedling stage, they will survive long, dry periods, but probably will not flower as often. Occasional watering, if possible, will insure maximum bloom color.
