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This mix can be overseeded into riparian areas (creek banks, riverbanks, stream beds) that have bare spots, not-quite vertical cut banks, or gravelly patches. This is a diverse mix that aims to include about a 50/50 mix of native grasses and wildflowers that are well adapted to streambank areas. Species have been chosen to do well both in the edge of the water and on the dry bank. The high seeding rate takes into account that some of the seed may potentially be washed down stream.
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Price range: $3.00 through $25.00
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Our Streambank Mix was developed as a solution to a common problem: eroded streambanks and bare ground. The goal is to “carpet” the stream banks and areas that experience intermittent water flow.
Seeds can be one of the most cost-effective ways to repair a streambank. This mix can be overseeded into riparian areas (creek banks, riverbanks, stream beds) that have bare spots, not-quite vertical cut banks, or gravelly patches. This is a diverse mix that includes about a 50/50 mix of native grasses and wildflowers that are well adapted to streambank areas. Species have been chosen to do well both in the edge of the water and on the dry bank. The high seeding rate takes into account that some of the seed may potentially be washed down stream. This mix can be planted during the dormant season or in spring, though some species benefit from cold moist stratification (either naturally outdoors or in refrigeration—see our guide). Due to the potential for seasonal flooding, we recommend planting at least half of your mix initially. These approaches can be used together or separately, depending on your timing and site conditions. Read our Cold Moist Stratification Guide.
1 bulk pound of this mix should cover approximately 60 feet of stream length when seeding both sides spread out to about 4 yards (12 feet) from water’s edge. Feel free to call us to discuss your specific seeding project. (We have taken into account that a percentage of the seed will wash downstream over time and have adjusted the rate accordingly). Lighter seeding rates can be used if successive plantings are planned for the same area in subsequent years. This product is sold by the bulk pound.
Mix contents: White Beardtongue; Black-eyed Susan, Common; Brown-eyed Susan; Gray-headed Coneflower; Plains Coreopsis; Tickseed Coreopsis; Cup Plant; Hairy Mountain Mint; Partridge Pea; Ox-eye Sunflower; Ashy Sunflower; Tickseed Sunflower; Blue Vervain; Big Bluestem; Bottlebrush Grass; Nodding Bulrush; Eastern Gama Grass; Fowl Manna Grass; Indiangrass; Little Bluestem; River Oats; Hop Sedge; Switchgrass; Prairie Wedgegrass; Early Wild rye; Virgnia Wild rye.
Seeding Rate: 30 bulk lbs/acre
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| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Unit | Packet, Ounce, Pound |
| Light | Full Sun, Full Sun to Part Shade, Part to Full Shade |
| Seeding Rate | 30 lbs/acre |
| Soils | Dry, Average, Moist, Wet |
| Height Range | 0 – 24", 25 – 48", 49 – 72", > 72" |
| Height | 8" to 140" |
| Bloom Month | May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct |
| Specialty Uses | Butterfly, Hummingbird, Wildlife, Landscaping, Cut Flower, Medicinal, Tea |
| # seeds/pkt | 200 |
| Packet coverage area | 5 sq ft. |
Pure Live Seed (PLS) is the portion of good viable seed per pound. It is a measure of the seed that is alive and able to sprout into plants. This product is sold by PLS ounce/pound. To provide one ounce/pound of viable seed, you will receive more than one ounce/pound of product. Read more about PLS here.
