Emergent Wetland Native Seed Mix
Emergent Wetland Native Seed Mix
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Quick View - Seed Mix Specifications
Seeding Rate: 5.73 lb/acre (140.6 seeds/square foot)
| Common Name | Scientific Name | % of Mix | Seeds/ft2 | Total | |||||||||
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Grasses Bluejoint Grass |
Calamagrostis canadensis | 0.55% | 3.2 | 0.031 PLS lb | |||||||||
| Virginia Wild Rye | Elymus virginicus | 43.64% | 3.9 | 2.500 PLS lb | |||||||||
| Fowl Manna Grass | Glyceria striata | 2.18% | 7.3 | 0.125 PLS lb | |||||||||
| Rice Cut Grass | Leersia oryzoides | 3.27% | 2.3 | 0.188 PLS lb | |||||||||
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Sedges & Rushes Bottlebrush Sedge |
Carex comosa | 3.27% | 2.1 | 0.188 PLS lb | |||||||||
| Porcupine Sedge | Carex hystericina | 3.27% | 2.1 | 0.188 PLS lb | |||||||||
| Pointed-broom Sedge | Carex scoparia | 0.33% | 0.6 | 0.019 PLS lb | |||||||||
| Brown Fox Sedge | Carex vulpinoidea | 3.27% | 6.9 | 0.188 PLS lb | |||||||||
| Bald Spikerush | Eleocharis erythropoda | 0.35% | 0.6 | 0.020 PLS lb | |||||||||
| Common Spikerush | Eleocharis palustris | 0.35% | 0.4 | 0.020 PLS lb | |||||||||
| Common Rush | Juncus effusus | 1.09% | 23.0 | 0.063 PLS lb | |||||||||
| Dark Green Bulrush | Scirpus atrovirens | 2.18% | 21.1 | 0.125 PLS lb | |||||||||
| Woolgrass | Scirpus cyperinus | 0.55% | 19.5 | 0.031 PLS lb | |||||||||
| River Bulrush | Bolboschoenus fluviatilis | 3.27% | 0.3 | 0.188 PLS lb | |||||||||
| Softstem Bulrush | Schoenoplectus tabernaemontani | 3.27% | 2.1 | 0.188 PLS lb | |||||||||
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Forbs Sweet Flag |
Acorus americanus | 3.27% | 0.5 | 0.188 PLS lb | |||||||||
| Water Plantain | Alisma subcordatum | 3.27% | 4.1 | 0.188 PLS lb | |||||||||
| Angelica | Angelica atropurpurea | 4.36% | 0.5 | 0.250 PLS lb | |||||||||
| Swamp Milkweed | Asclepias incarnata | 2.18% | 0.2 | 0.125 PLS lb | |||||||||
| Joe Pye Weed | Eutrochium maculatum | 1.09% | 2.2 | 0.063 PLS lb | |||||||||
| Boneset | Eupatorium perfoliatum | 1.09% | 3.7 | 0.063 PLS lb | |||||||||
| Sneezeweed | Helenium autumnale | 1.75% | 4.8 | 0.100 PLS lb | |||||||||
| Great Blue Lobelia | Lobelia siphilitica | 0.44% | 4.6 | 0.025 PLS lb | |||||||||
| Monkey Flower | Mimulus ringens | 0.35% | 16.9 | 0.020 PLS lb | |||||||||
| Common Arrowhead | Sagittaria latifolia | 1.09% | 1.4 | 0.063 PLS lb | |||||||||
| Giant Bur Reed | Sparganium eurycarpum | 6.98% | 0.1 | 0.400 PLS lb | |||||||||
| Substitutions may be made based on availability at the time of order.Blue Vervain | Verbena hastata | 3.27% | 6.4 | 0.188 PLS lb | |||||||||
Pure Live Seed
Pure Live Seed
Seed is provided in Pure Live Seed (PLS) unless otherwise stated.
Pure Live Seed (PLS) refers to the percentage of a seed lot that consists of the desired species and is viable (capable of germination).
Here's why PLS is crucial for native seeds:
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Accurate Planting:
- PLS helps determine the actual number of viable seeds in a given weight or volume of seed.
- This ensures you plant the correct amount of seed to achieve the desired density and success rate.
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Cost-Effectiveness:
- By knowing the PLS, you can avoid overspending on seed that may not germinate.
- This is especially important for native seeds, which can be more expensive than some cultivated varieties.
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Weed Control:
- PLS helps minimize the presence of weed seeds within the seed lot.
- This reduces competition for resources and ensures the successful establishment of the desired native plants.
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Ecological Restoration:
- Using high-quality native seeds with a high PLS is essential for successful ecological restoration projects.
- It helps to re-establish diverse and resilient plant communities that support local wildlife.
Emergent Wetland Native Seed Mix (Emergent Wetland Native Seed Mix) is a keystone Midwest native species highly prized by restoration ecologists, landscape architects, and home gardeners. Known for its strong ecological resilience, exceptional wildlife support, and a floristic high conservation value, this hardy perennial thrives in full sun to partial shade across mesic to wet (rain gardens, bioswales & basins) soils. Whether you are creating a dedicated pollinator garden, stabilizing soil on slopes, or restoring remnant prairie and woodland acreage, Natural Communities supplies this species in dependable formats—including deep-cell live plugs, bare-root stock, individual seed packets, and bulk Pure Live Seed (PLS) by weight.
Comprehensive Ecological & Growth Specifications
| Regional Native Status | Native |
| Native Range (States) | AL, AR, CT, DC, DE, GA, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, NH, NJ, NY, OH, OK, PA, RI, SC, TN, VA, VT, WI, WV |
| Midwest & Regional County Distribution | IL: Cook, DuPage, Kane, Lake, McHenry, Will, Kendall, Boone, Winnebago, DeKalb, LaSalle, Grundy, Kankakee; WI: Kenosha, Racine, Walworth, Milwaukee, Waukesha, Dane, Rock, Jefferson, Dodge; IN: Lake, Porter, LaPorte, Newton, Jasper |
| USDA Hardiness Zones | Zone 3 - 8 |
| Soil Moisture Range | Mesic to Wet (Rain Gardens, Bioswales & Basins) |
| Soil pH Range | 5.5 - 7.5 |
| Root Architecture & Depth | Deep Fibrous / Taproot System (12+ Depth) |
| Deer & Wildlife Resistance | High to Moderate |
| Drought Tolerance | Medium |
| Larval Host Status | Specialist Native Lepidoptera & Native Pollinators |
| Specialist Insects & Wildlife Support | Native Solitary Mining Bees (Andrena, Lasioglossum spp.), Bumblebees (Bombus spp. - Nectar & Pollen), Beneficial Flower Flies (Syrphidae), Native Songbirds (Winter Seed Forage) |
| Recommended Plug Spacing | 12 to 18 on-center |
| Seed Packet Coverage | Covers 100 to 250 sq. ft. |
| Seeds Per Pound | 100000.0 |
| Broadcast Seeding Rate (PLS) | 8.0 – 12.5 lbs/acre PLS |
| Drill Seeding Rate (PLS) | 5.0 – 8.5 lbs/acre PLS |
| Recommended Cover Crop | Oats (Spring @ 20–30 lbs/ac) or Winter Wheat (Fall @ 15–20 lbs/ac) |
Botanical Profile & Ecological Characteristics
Emergent Wetland Native Seed Mix plays a critical role in establishing healthy, diverse native plant communities throughout the Midwest. Adapted over thousands of years to regional climate patterns, seasonal temperature extremes, and variable moisture conditions, it develops a resilient root architecture (deep fibrous / taproot system (12"+ depth)) that builds soil organic matter, improves water infiltration, and resists environmental stress.
The Emergent Wetland Mix is designed to be planted along the edge of standing water and where standing water remains most of the year, but can occasionally be a mudflat. The mix is specifically designed to contain balanced amounts of species that will thrive in the emergent zone as well as saturated soils. Species may begin to populate in up to 6 inches of water once they are established. Emergent wetlands are typically not as diverse as other community types, but the plants that do grow there need to thrive. This mix is the perfect balance of just enough diversity and ecologist selected species and amounts to thrive in tough wet conditions.
Plus this mix attracts shorebirds, pollinators, such as butterflies including the monarch, hummingbirds, and many more wildlife species.
This mix is designed to contain 68% sedge, grass, and rush species and 32% forb species by seed count to thrive in wetland soils!
*This seed mix includes 27 species including 4 native grasses, 11 sedge and rush species, and 12 native flowers.
Use this as your base and add diversity by supplementing with plants.
- Apply for a wholesale account to receive your wholesale discount.
- Please Specify Any Mixing Instructions Upon Order
- Requires Cold Moist Stratification
- Full Sun To Part Sun
- Wet to Dry-Mesic Soils
- Don't forget the cover crop.
*Provided as Pure Live Seed
*All mixes may vary in % composition and species composition based upon availability.
All seed sales are final and can not be returned because they are custom mixed at the time of purchase.
Faunal Associations & Specialist Wildlife Support
As a vital resource in native ecosystems, Emergent Wetland Native Seed Mix provides essential sustenance across multiple trophic levels:
- Larval Host & Pollinator Support: Specialist Native Lepidoptera & Native Pollinators.
- Specialist Floral Visitors: Native Solitary Mining Bees (Andrena, Lasioglossum spp.), Bumblebees (Bombus spp. - Nectar & Pollen), Beneficial Flower Flies (Syrphidae), Native Songbirds (Winter Seed Forage).
- Avian & Insect Forage: Flowers provide dense, accessible nectar and pollen during the peak growing season, followed by nutritious seed heads that feed native songbirds and overwintering wildlife.
Landscape Applications & Restoration Guidelines
Emergent Wetland Native Seed Mix is well-suited for home landscaping borders, rain gardens, naturalized meadows, and conservation acreage alike.
- Plug Spacing: Space live plugs approximately 12" to 18" on-center for optimal crown development and contiguous ground coverage.
- Broadcast Seeding Rate: 8.0 – 12.5 lbs/acre PLS (when included in diverse prairie seed mixes).
- Drill Seeding Rate: 5.0 – 8.5 lbs/acre PLS for agricultural or native seed drill installations.
- Regional Provenance: Sourced and propagated from regionally adapted Midwest ecotypes for maximum ecological fitness and cold hardiness.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What are the ideal growing conditions for Emergent Wetland Native Seed Mix?
Emergent Wetland Native Seed Mix performs best in full sun to partial shade with mesic to wet (rain gardens, bioswales & basins) conditions. It thrives in authentic regional soil types ranging from sandy loam to well-drained clay loams.
How do I germinate and establish Emergent Wetland Native Seed Mix from seed?
Seed of Emergent Wetland Native Seed Mix has a germination code of C(30). For best results, sow seed in late fall/winter for natural outdoor freeze-thaw stratification, or cold-moist stratify in refrigeration for 30 to 60 days before spring indoor propagation.
Is Emergent Wetland Native Seed Mix deer and herbivore resistant?
Yes. Native plants adapted to Midwestern habitats naturally produce protective secondary compounds and fibrous textures that make them highly resistant to deer, rabbits, and other grazing herbivores.
When should I expect Emergent Wetland Native Seed Mix to emerge and bloom?
Established plants break dormancy in spring as soil temperatures warm, developing vigorous foliage before blooming in their seasonal window to provide vital nectar when native pollinators need it most.
Shipping & Care
Shipping & Care
Seed ships all year and typically ships within a week of an order being placed.
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