{"title":"Fall Blooms","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese native grasses and wildflowers look spectacular in the fall months. Native wildflower species like Asters and Goldenrods provide maximum foraging for pollinators before winter and native tall grasses provide habitat and magnificent fall color of bronzes, greens and golds. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoose Individual Species to create your own fall garden or check out one of our Native Seed Mixes to create a new planting or add to an existing one. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"andropogon-gerardii-big-bluestem","title":"Andropogon gerardii - Big Bluestem","description":"\u003cp\u003eBig Bluestem also called \"Turkey Foot \" is known as \"The King of the Prairie,\" the quintessential prairie grass. It is found on virtually all high quality prairie remnants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn pristine prairie it composes anywhere from 40 to 60% or so of the plant biomass. Up to 60% of this plant is actually underground where its roots and rhizomes help increase soil fertility and water percolation, this makes it valuable as a soil stabilizer minimizing erosion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreat habitat plant for upland game birds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFound from the western side of the Rocky mountains to the east coast and from Florida north into Canada.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLook for Big Bluestem in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.opnseed.com\/products\/native-tall-grass-and-wildflower-seed-mix\" title=\"Native Tall Grass and Wildflower Seed Mix\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNative Tall Grass and Wildflower Seed Mix\u003c\/a\u003e and our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.opnseed.com\/products\/whitetail-native-grass-bedding-mix\" title=\"Whitetail Deet Native Grass Bedding Mix\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWhitetail Deer Native Grass Bedding Mix.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow To Plant Big Bluestem Seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDirect sow seeds into prepared soil in late fall once soil temps are below 50 degrees (usually mid to late November). Can also be planted in winter during natural freeze\/thaw cycles and in early spring. Plant shallow, no deeper than 1\/8 to 1\/4 inch deep and lightly rake to work seed in. Plant in full sun to partial shade. Can take 3 growing seasons to fully establish. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSeed Info\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeed Envelopes contain approximately 0.02 ounces of seed and cover about 5 to 10 square feet. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePLS=Pure Live Seed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePure Live Seed is a measure of viable seed stated as a percentage. It is the product of total germination times purity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExample: 96% Germination x 93% Purity = 89% PLS\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll of our native warm season grasses and seed mixes are sold PLS.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlower Color\u003c\/strong\u003e: Blue, Green, Bronze, Gold\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 4 to 8 Feet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e: Full Sun to Partial Shade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Hydrology\u003c\/strong\u003e: Mesic to Wet Soils\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time\u003c\/strong\u003e: September to October\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Perennial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStratification\u003c\/strong\u003e: None\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttracts\u003c\/strong\u003e: Birds, Butterflies\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHost Plant\u003c\/strong\u003e: Delaware Skipper, Duster Skipper\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Code:\u003c\/strong\u003e AND01G\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OPN Seed","offers":[{"title":"Seed Envelope","offer_id":40394416390342,"sku":"AND01G 1 Seed Envelope","price":4.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 PLS Oz.","offer_id":40394443129030,"sku":"AND01G 1.0 PLS Oz.","price":6.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 PLS Lb.","offer_id":40394447290566,"sku":"AND01G 1.0 PLS Lbs.","price":17.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0573\/2476\/5382\/products\/BigBluestem.jpg?v=1629641480"},{"product_id":"aster-laevis-smooth-aster","title":"Aster laevis - Smooth Aster","description":"\u003cp\u003eSmooth Aster (Aster laevis) is perfect for perennial native plant gardens. Reaching heights of 1-4 feet, it's smooth blue flowers look beautiful against any goldenrod species in late summer into early fall. The leaf structure is also smooth on the surface, hence the name.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmooth Aster is found in prairies, savannahs, woodland edges and openings in upland forests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis aster tolerates a wide range of soil conditions but is often found in loam or clay loam soils. It blooms from late summer well into fall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso known as Symphyotrichum laeve. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow To Plant Smooth Aster Seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDirect sow seeds into prepared soil in late fall once soil temps are below 50 degrees (usually mid to late November). Can also be planted in winter during natural freeze\/thaw cycles and early spring. Plant shallow, no deeper than 1\/8 to 1\/4 inch deep and lightly rake to work seed in. Plant in full sun to partial shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSeed Info\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeed Envelopes contain approximately 0.02 ounces of seed and cover about 5 to 10 square feet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlower Color\u003c\/strong\u003e: Blue or Violet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1 to 4 Feet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e: Full Sun to Partial Shade\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Hydrology\u003c\/strong\u003e: Dry to Moist Soils\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time\u003c\/strong\u003e: August to October\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Perennial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStratification\u003c\/strong\u003e: None\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttracts\u003c\/strong\u003e: Bees, Butterflies\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHost Plant\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pearl Crescent\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Code\u003c\/strong\u003e: AST03F\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OPN Seed","offers":[{"title":"Seed Envelope","offer_id":40453870715078,"sku":"AST03F 1 Seed Envelope","price":4.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0573\/2476\/5382\/files\/SmoothAster.jpg?v=1770650646"},{"product_id":"aster-novae-angliae-new-england-aster","title":"Aster novae-angliae - New England Aster","description":"\u003cp\u003eNew England Aster is a very important pollinator plant and is also a late season nectar source for the Monarch butterfly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDistinctive due to its purple flowers that bloom from late summer into fall and because of its clasping leaves that surround the stem. Height ranges from 3 to 6 feet typically sometimes taller in fertile soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is generally found in semi-moist meadows and prairies. Range is most of the United States and into Canada.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are 70,000 seeds per ounce of New England Aster. A little goes a long way! Also known as Symphyotrichum novae-angliae.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow To Plant New England Aster Seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDirect sow seeds into prepared soil in late fall once soil temps are below 50 degrees (usually mid to late November). Can also be planted in winter during natural freeze\/thaw cycles and early spring. Plant shallow, no deeper than 1\/8 to 1\/4 inch deep and lightly rake to work seed in. Plant in full sun to partial shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"What is Stratification\" href=\"https:\/\/www.opnseed.com\/pages\/learn-about-stratification\"\u003eWhat is Stratification?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSeed Info\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeed Envelopes contain approximately 0.02 ounces of seed and cover about 5 to 10 square feet. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eProduct Details \u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlower Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Purple\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3 to 6 Feet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e: Full Sun to Partial Shade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Hydrology\u003c\/strong\u003e: Mesic to Wet Soils\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time\u003c\/strong\u003e: August to October\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Perennial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStratification\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.opnseed.com\/resources\/stratification#cold_moist\"\u003eCold Moist (CM) 60 Days\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttracts\u003c\/strong\u003e: Birds, Bees, Butterflies\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHost Plant\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pearl Crescent and Checkerspot Butterflies\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Code\u003c\/strong\u003e: AST04F\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OPN Seed","offers":[{"title":"Seed Envelope","offer_id":40453886542022,"sku":"AST04F 1 Seed Envelope","price":4.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0573\/2476\/5382\/files\/NewEnglandAster.jpg?v=1770651030"},{"product_id":"helenium-autumnale-sneezeweed-helens-flower","title":"Helenium autumnale - Sneezeweed (Helen's Flower)","description":"\u003cp\u003ePlant with confidence, Sneezeweed will not make you sneeze. It does, however, produce a beautiful yellow bloom that has a distinct round center.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSneezeweed is also known as Helen's flower, based on the legend that the flowers grew in place of Helen of Troy's tears that touched the ground. It is native to almost all of the states in the U.S. If you're looking for a late summer pop of color that pollinators will love, pair this with a purple flower such as\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.opnseed.com\/products\/aster-novae-angliae-new-england-aster\" title=\"New England Aster\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNew England Aster\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eor\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.opnseed.com\/products\/lobelia-siphilitica-great-lobelia\" title=\"Great Lobelia\"\u003eGreat Lobelia.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCall it what you want to, Sneezeweed is a cheery, perennial wildflower that likes full sun and mesic to wet soils. Plant it in rain gardens, mulch beds and areas you want to become low maintenance. These flowers are often deer resistant and can be divided if growing too thick. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow To Plant Sneezeweed Seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDirect sow seeds into prepared soil in late fall once soil temps are below 50 degrees (usually mid to late November). Can also be planted in winter during natural freeze \/ thaw cycles and early spring. Plant shallow, no deeper than 1\/8 to 1\/4 inch deep and lightly rake to work seed in. Plant in full sun. Can take 3 growing seasons to fully establish. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSeed Info\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeed Envelopes contain approximately 0.02 ounces of seed and cover about 5 to 10 square feet. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlower Color\u003c\/strong\u003e: Yellow\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2-4 Feet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e: Full Sun\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Hydrology\u003c\/strong\u003e: Mesic to Wet Soils\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time\u003c\/strong\u003e: July through October\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Perennial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStratification\u003c\/strong\u003e: None\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttracts\u003c\/strong\u003e: Bees, Butterflies\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Code\u003c\/strong\u003e: HEL01F\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OPN Seed","offers":[{"title":"Seed Envelope","offer_id":40493371195590,"sku":"HEL01F 1 Seed Envelope","price":4.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0573\/2476\/5382\/products\/sneezewood.jpg?v=1628965633"},{"product_id":"solidago-nemoralis-old-field-goldenrod","title":"Solidago nemoralis - Old Field Goldenrod","description":"\u003cp\u003eGoldenrods are the heroes of late season pollinator plants! Because of its short stature, Old Field Goldenrod works well in a perennial garden or a traditional landscape. Look for it to bloom from July to October, and while it flowers be a landing pad for native bees, honey bees and butterflies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOld Field Goldenrod prefers full sun to shade and favors drier soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for the perfect mix of late season pollinator plants? Check out our \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Fall Pollinator Fuel Native Seed Mix\" href=\"https:\/\/www.opnseed.com\/products\/fall-pollinator-fuel-native-seed-mix\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFall Pollinator\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Fall Pollinator Fuel Native Seed Mix\" href=\"https:\/\/www.opnseed.com\/products\/fall-pollinator-fuel-native-seed-mix\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFuel Native Seed Mix\u003c\/a\u003e. Maximum fall forage for bees, butterflies and more!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow To Plant Old Field Goldenrod Seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDirect sow seeds into prepared soil in late fall once soil temps are below 50 degrees (usually mid to late November). Can also be planted in winter during natural freeze \/ thaw cycles and early spring. Plant shallow, no deeper than 1\/8 to 1\/4 inch deep and lightly rake to work seed in. Plant in full sun to shade. Can take two to three growing seasons to fully establish. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/learn-about-stratification\"\u003eWhat is Stratification?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSeed Info\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSeed Envelopes contain approximately 0.02 ounces of seed and cover about 5 to 10 square feet. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlower Color\u003c\/strong\u003e: Yellow\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 to 3 Feet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e: Full Sun to Shade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Hydrology\u003c\/strong\u003e: Dry to Mesic Soils\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e July through October\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Perennial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStratification\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.opnseed.com\/resources\/stratification#cold_moist\"\u003eCold Moist (CM) 60 Days\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttracts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Birds, Bees, Butterflies\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Code\u003c\/strong\u003e: SOL02F\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OPN Seed","offers":[{"title":"Seed Envelope","offer_id":40514642706630,"sku":"SOL02F 1 Seed Envelope","price":4.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 Oz.","offer_id":49958529237307,"sku":"SOL02F 1.0 Oz.","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0573\/2476\/5382\/files\/Solidagonemoralis.jpg?v=1705503499"},{"product_id":"solidago-rigida-stiff-goldenrod","title":"Solidago rigida - Stiff Goldenrod","description":"\u003cp\u003eStiff Goldenrod is a native perennial wildflower growing to a height of around 3 to 4 feet. It has an erect reddish unbranched stem. It is an essential native plant species for pollinators late into the growing season. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe inflorescence is a grouping of branched clusters, large for the size of the plant, that is somewhat flat-topped and to 10\" wide. Grows well in garden bed settings if managed. Otherwise, can become aggressive. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis important pollinator species is found in a number of our native seed mixes including the \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Ohio Pollinator Oasis Native Seed Mix\" href=\"https:\/\/www.opnseed.com\/products\/ohio-pollinator-oasis-native-seed-mix\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOhio Pollinator Oasis Native Seed Mix\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Deer Resistant Native Seed Mix\" href=\"https:\/\/www.opnseed.com\/products\/deer-resistant-native-seed-mix\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDeer Resistant Native Seed Mix\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Slope Pollinator Native Seed Mix\" href=\"https:\/\/www.opnseed.com\/products\/slope-pollinator-mix\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSlope Pollinator Native Seed Mix.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGenerally found east of the Rocky mountains to the east coast of the United States and in eastern Canada. 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Can take two to three growing seasons to fully establish. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/learn-about-stratification\"\u003eWhat is Stratification?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSeed Info\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSeed Envelopes contain approximately 0.02 ounces of seed and cover about 5 to 10 square feet. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlower Color\u003c\/strong\u003e: Yellow\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2 to 5 Feet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e: Full Sun to Partial Shade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Hydrology\u003c\/strong\u003e: Mesic Soils\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time\u003c\/strong\u003e: August through October\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Perennial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStratification: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.opnseed.com\/resources\/stratification#cold_moist\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCold Moist (CM) 60 Days\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAttracts: Bees, Butterflies, Pollinators\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OPN Seed","offers":[{"title":"Seed Envelope","offer_id":40514716565702,"sku":"SOL10F 1 Seed Envelope","price":4.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 Oz.","offer_id":47463380615483,"sku":"SOL02F 1.0 Oz.","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0573\/2476\/5382\/files\/Showy_Goldenrod_Web.jpg?v=1771255531"},{"product_id":"vernonia-altissima-tall-ironweed","title":"Vernonia altissima - Tall Ironweed","description":"\u003cp\u003eEver seen a Yellow Swallowtail Butterfly on Tall Ironweed? The contrast is spectacular given the purple flowers and this late blooming perennial provides the perfect landing pad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTall Ironweed can reach heights over 7 feet tall and blooms July through September. It prefers full sun and moderately damp soils conditions. Also known as Vernonia gigantea. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow To Plant Tall Ironweed Seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirect sow seeds into prepared soil in late fall once soil temps are below 50 degrees (usually mid to late November). Can also be planted in winter during natural freeze\/thaw cycles and early spring. Plant shallow, no deeper than 1\/8 to 1\/4 inch deep and lightly rake to work seed in. Plant in full sun (at least 6 hours a day). Can take 3 growing seasons to fully establish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/learn-about-stratification\"\u003eWhat is Stratification?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSeed Info\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeed Envelopes contain approximately 0.02 ounces of seed and cover about 5 to 10 square feet. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eProduct Details \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlower Color: Purple\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight: 4 to 7 Feet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLight Requirements: Full Sun to Shade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoil Hydrology: Mesic to Wet Soils\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBloom Time: July through September\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant Type: Perennial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStratification: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.opnseed.com\/resources\/stratification#cold_moist\"\u003eCold Moist (CM) 60 Days\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAttracts: Bees, Butterflies\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OPN Seed","offers":[{"title":"Seed Envelope","offer_id":40514833481926,"sku":"VER04F 1 Seed Envelope","price":4.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0573\/2476\/5382\/products\/TallIronweed.jpg?v=1629249655"},{"product_id":"panicum-virgatum-switch-grass","title":"Panicum virgatum - Switch Grass","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSwitch Grass is a native perennial warm season bunch grass. 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Found throughout the United States and Canada.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreat for wildlife cover, Switch Grass is a main component of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.opnseed.com\/products\/whitetail-native-grass-bedding-mix\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Whitetail Deer Native Grass Bedding Mix \" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eWhitetail Deer Native Grass Bedding Mix. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow To Plant Switch Grass Seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirect sow seeds into prepared soil in late fall once soil temps are below 50 degrees (usually mid to late November). Can also be planted in winter during natural freeze\/thaw cycles and early spring. Plant shallow, no deeper than 1\/8 to 1\/4 inch deep and lightly rake to work seed in. Plant in full sun to partial shade. Can take 3 growing seasons to fully establish. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeed Info\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeed Envelopes contain approximately 0.02 ounces of seed and cover about 5 to 10 square feet. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePLS=Pure Live Seed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePure Live Seed is a measure of viable seed stated as a percentage. 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The possibilities are endless with this Warm Season Tall Grass Mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTypical establishment time is 2-3 growing seasons.  This mix will typically reach heights of 5-7 feet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis mix can be cut back in the fall if desired, but you can also leave it all winter as it will be habitat for wildlife. Cutting it back in the spring will allow for new growth to emerge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContains the following species:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrasses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSorghastrum nutans - Indian Grass\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAndropogon gerardii - Big Bluestem\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePanicum virgatum - Switch Grass\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSeed Info\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePLS Pounds Per Acre = 15\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePLS = Pure Live Seed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePure Live Seed is a measure of viable seed stated as a percentage. It is a product of total germination times purity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExample: 96% Germination x 93% Purity = 89% PLS\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll of our native warm season grasses and mixes are sold PLS.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBroadcast seeding is the process of sowing seeds by hand. 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This contains both cool season grasses, which emerge early in the growing season, and native warm season grasses, which reach their finished height and peak color in late summer into early fall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant this mix in areas where a low maintenance native grass mix is desired, as a means of turf replacement or as wildlife habitat for deer and turkey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSome things to remember:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis mix of native cool and warm season grasses will take 2 to 3 growing seasons to fully establish. Finished heights will be approximately 5 to 7 feet. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese native grasses will need at least 4 to 6 hours of sunlight a day and will grow in a wide range of soils, including dry, well-drained and clay soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are no wildflowers in this mix. 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It is the product of total germination times purity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExample: 96% Germination x 93% Purity = 89% PLS\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll of our native warm season grasses and seed mixes are sold PLS.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBroadcast seeding is the process of sowing seed by hand. 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