{"product_id":"sierra-foothills-wildflower-seed-mix","title":"Peaceful Valley Sierra Foothills Wildflower Seed Mix (1\/4 lb)","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePeaceful Valley Sierra Foothills Wildflower Seed Mix (1\/4 lb)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBring foothill character to your garden with wildflowers and bunchgrass.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreate an informal foothill-style planting with a five-component blend of arroyo lupine, purple needlegrass, evening primrose, gumplant, and maiden clover. This mix combines flowering plants with the texture of a perennial bunchgrass, making it an option for meadow-style beds and open garden areas. Its annual flowers and longer-lived grass contribute different forms and seasonal interest as the planting develops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSierra Foothills Mix includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArroyo lupine – Llano Seco\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePurple needlegrass – Llano Seco\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvening primrose – Dos Rios\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGumplant – Oroville\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaiden clover – Vina Plains\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Arroyo lupine contributes upright spring flower spikes. The mix's flowering sequence depends on the other components, sowing time, rainfall, and site conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttracts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flowering components provide resources for bees and other pollinating insects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Establish in prepared soil with good seed-to-soil contact and minimal weed competition; avoid prolonged waterlogging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFive-component wildflower and grass blend\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes annual arroyo lupine and maiden clover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerennial purple needlegrass adds meadow texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for informal, meadow-style gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/4 lb (4 oz) of seed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegional focus:\u003c\/strong\u003e California's Sierra foothills\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLife cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mixed planting including annual flowers and perennial bunchgrass\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun\/Shade Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sunny, open sites\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant In:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fall with seasonal rains in mild-winter California; adjust timing for elevation and local winter conditions\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Varies by component and growing conditions; arroyo lupine provides spring bloom\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mixed flowering plants and clumping bunchgrass\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Consistent moisture for germination and establishment; established needs vary by species\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Unit Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/4 lb (4 oz)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e SWF751\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e In California's mild-winter areas, sow in fall near the start of seasonal rains. Prepare an open seedbed by removing weeds and competing grasses. Scatter seed evenly onto prepared soil, press into contact with the surface, and cover only lightly; avoid burying small wildflower seeds deeply. Follow any blend-specific instructions on the package.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the seedbed moist during germination and early establishment, supplementing rainfall during dry spells. Adjust watering to soil drainage and weather. Established plants have different moisture needs, so do not assume the entire planting will stay green without summer water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOngoing care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove weeds while seedlings establish. Allow annual flowers to mature seed if natural reseeding is desired. Annuals finish their life cycle after flowering and seed production; perennial plants and bunchgrasses provide longer-lived structure. Flowering and establishment vary by species and growing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUseful Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis blend is intended for a varied meadow-style planting, not a uniform turf lawn. Foothill conditions differ substantially with elevation, exposure, soil, and rainfall. Choose the sowing window for your own site and allow time for the different components to establish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fall-sown-seeds\" title=\"Browse fall-sown flower seeds\"\u003efall-sown seeds\u003c\/a\u003e for seasonal garden planting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals \u0026 Perennials","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44471049093179,"sku":"SWF751","price":28.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/sierra-foothills-wildflower-mix-swf751-botanical-illustration.png?v=1792444575","url":"https:\/\/www.anniesannuals.com\/products\/sierra-foothills-wildflower-seed-mix","provider":"Annie's Annuals \u0026 Perennials","version":"1.0","type":"link"}