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Empire State Honey Producers Association Shade Bee Forage Mix Seed Packet
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We worked with Empire State Honey Producers Association to craft a mix perfect for beekeepers and non-beekeepers looking to attract bees and other pollinators to shady areas of their property.
This mix was created to work well in different areas of New York State. If you have questions as to whether or not it will grow well in your geographical area, give us a call at 866-569-3380.
Contains the following species:
Grasses:
Elymus virginicus - Virginia Wild Rye
Chasmanthium latifolum - River Oats
Elymus canadensis - Nodding Wild Rye
Leersia virginica - Whitegrass
Hystrix patula - Bottlebrush Grass
Wildflowers:
Heliopsis helianthoides- Ox Eye Sunflower
Chamaecrista fasciculata - Partridge Pea
Echinacea purpurea -Purple Coneflower
Ratibida pinnata - Yellow/Grey-Headed Coneflower
Liatris spicata - Dense Blazingstar
Asclepias syriaca - Common Milkweed
Solidago riddellii - Riddell's Goldenrod
Rudbeckia hirta - Black-eyed Susan
Monarda fistulosa - Wild Bergamot
Eupatorium purpureum - Sweet Joe Pye
Aquilegia canadensis - Wild Red Columbine
Aster novae-angilae - New England Aster
Rudbeckia triloba - Brown-eyed Susan
The native perennials in your mix do require some patience to establish, but for instant gratification consider adding an ounce of any of these quick establishing annuals. They're perfect pollinator plants, too!
Seed Packet contains 1 PLS (Pure Live Seed) oz. of seed which is enough to cover 250 square feet.
Detailed instructions on planting your seed packet are provided with your purchase.
This mix of native wildflowers typically grows to a height of 3 to 5 feet. Please note that each site is unique and that several factors can affect overall height. These factors include sunlight, hydrology and overall soil health.
Flower Color: Yellow, Purple, Pink, Red
Height: 3 to 5 Feet
Light Requirements: Partial Shade to Shade
Soil Hydrology: Mesic Soils
Bloom Time: Spring through Fall
Plant Type: Annuals/Perennials
Attracts: Bees, Birds, Butterflies, Pollinators
