Reinders - Short Prairie Wildflower & Grass Mix - 1 LB Bag

The Reinders Short Prairie Wildflower & Grass Mix offers an easy-to-establish solution for creating vibrant native landscapes with long-season color and ecological benefits. This custom blend includes 14 native wildflowers and 4 prairie grasses, curated to thrive in the Midwest and Northern U.S. climates. With a mature height range of 2 to 4 feet, the mix provides year-round beauty, supports pollinators, and requires minimal maintenance after establishment.

Ideal for prairie restorations, pollinator gardens, municipal areas, naturalized park spaces, and erosion control sites, this mix is drought-tolerant and well-suited to low-input management.

Key Features & Benefits:

• Attracts pollinators such as bees, butterflies, and birds
• Year-round aesthetic appeal with sequential blooms
• Adapts well to sunny, low-fertility soils
• Native species increase biodiversity and resilience
• Grasses provide structure, root depth, and visual texture

Seed Mix Composition:

• 14 Native Wildflowers (species may include Black-eyed Susan, Purple Coneflower, Coreopsis, etc.)
• 4 Native Prairie Grasses (species may include Little Bluestem, Sideoats Grama, etc.)
• Note: Exact species mix may vary based on regional availability and season

Applications:

• Naturalized landscapes and prairie restorations
• Pollinator gardens and stormwater buffers
• Parks, roadside plantings, and large private properties

Seeding Rate:

• 1 lb per 4,500 sq ft
• Approximately 10 lbs per acre

Establishment Tips:

• Best seeded in spring or late fall (dormant seeding)
• Ensure seed-to-soil contact for best germination
• Mowing during the first year at 6–8" helps suppress weeds

Technical Specifications:

• Seed Type: Native wildflower and grass mix
• Height: 2–4 feet at maturity
• Color Palette: Multi-season bloom variety
• Maintenance Level: Low after establishment
• Bag Size: 1 LB

This mix offers a beautiful and functional solution for low-maintenance landscapes with a natural aesthetic and strong environmental benefits.