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| Seed Mixes
New England Wetland Plants, Inc supplies native seed mixes appropriate for a variety of different site conditions ranging from wetland/hydric soils to drier more upland sites. Click on any of the titles below for details on each of our seed mixes: |
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| New England Wetmix (Wetland Seed Mix) - Spec Sheet (pdf)
The New England Wetmix (Wetland Seed Mix) contains a wide variety of native seeds that are suitable for most wetland restoration sites that are not permanently flooded. All species are best suited to moist ground as found in most wet meadows, scrub shrub, or forested wetland restoration areas. The mix is well suited for detention basin borders and the bottom of detention basins not generally under standing water. The seeds will not germinate under inundated conditions. If planted during the fall months, the seed mix will germinate the following spring. During the first season of growth, several species will produce seeds while other species will produce seeds after the second growing season. Not all species will grow in all wetland situations. This mix is comprised of the wetland species most likely to grow in created/restored wetlands and should produce more than 75% ground cover in two full growing seasons. The wetland seeds in this mix can be sown by hand, with a hand-held spreader, or hydro-seeded on large or hard to reach sites. Lightly rake to insure good seed-to-soil contact. Seeding can take place on frozen soil, as the freezing and thawing weather of late fall and late winter will work the seed into the soil. If spring conditions are drier than usual watering may be required. If sowing during the summer months supplemental watering will likely be required until germination. A light mulch of clean, weed free straw is recommended.
APPLICATION RATE: 1 LB/2500 sq. ft SPECIES: Fox Sedge, (Carex vulpinoidea), Lurid Sedge, (Carex lurida), Blunt Broom Sedge, (Carex scoparia), Sensitive Fern, (Onoclea sensibilis), Blue Vervain, (Verbena hastata), Hop Sedge, (Carex lupulina), Green Bulrush, (Scirpus atrovirens), Nodding Bur Marigold, (Bidens cer-nua), Bristly Sedge, (Carex comosa), Fringed Sedge, (Carex crinita), American Mannagrass, (Glyceria grandis), Wool Grass, (Scirpus cyperinus), Soft Rush, (Juncus effusus), Spotted Joe Pye Weed, (Eupatorium maculatum), Boneset, (Eupatorium perfoliatum), Mud Plantain, (Alisma subcordatum), New England Aster, (Aster novae-angliae), Rattlesnake Grass, (Glyceria canadensis), Soft Stem Bulrush, (Scirpus validus), Swamp Milkweed, (Asclepias incarnata), Monkey Flower, (Mimulus ringens). The functionality of each mix will remain unchanged, although mix composition may vary during the year. |
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| New England Erosion Control/Restoration Mix For Detention Basins and Moist Sites - Spec Sheet (pdf)
The New England Erosion Control/Restoration Mix for Detention Basins and Moist Sites contains a selection of native grasses and wildflowers designed to colonize generally moist, recently disturbed sites where quick growth of vegetation is desired to stabilize the soil surface. It is an appropriate seed mix for ecologically sensitive restorations that require stabilization as well as long-term establishment of native vegetation. This mix is particularly appropriate for detention basins that do not hold standing water. Many of the plants in this mix can tolerate infrequent inundation, but not constant flooding. The mix may be applied by hand, by mechanical spreader, or by hydro-seeder. After sowing, lightly rake, roll or cultipack to insure good seed-to-soil contact. Best results are obtained with a Spring or late Summer seeding. Late Fall and Winter dormant seeding requires an increase in the application rate. A light mulching of clean, weed-free straw is recommended.
APPLICATION RATE: 35 lbs/acre | 1250 sq ft/lb SPECIES: Virginia Wild Rye, (Elymus virginicus), Creeping Red Fescue, (Festuca rubra), Little Bluestem,(Schizachyrium scoparium), Big Bluestem, (Andropogon gerardii), Fox Sedge, (Carex vulpinoidea), Switch Grass, (Panicum virgatum), Rough Bentgrass, (Agrostis scabra), New England Aster, (Aster novae-angliae), Boneset, (Eupatorium perfoliatum), Grass Leaved Goldenrod, (Euthamia graminifolia), Green Bulrush, (Scirpus atrovirens), Blue Vervain, (Verbena hastata), Soft Rush, (Juncus effusus), Wool Grass, (Scirpus cyperinus). |
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| New England Conservation/Wildlife Mix - Spec Sheet (pdf)
The New England Conservation/Wildlife Mix provides a permanent cover of grasses, wildflowers, and legumes. For both good erosion control and wildlife habitat value. The mix is designed to be a no maintenance seeding, and is appropriate for cut and fill slopes, detention basin side slopes, and disturbed areas adjacent to commercial and residential projects. SPECIES: Virginia Wild Rye, (Elymus virginicus), Little Bluestem, (Schizachyrium scoparium), Big Bluestem, (Andropogon gerardii), Creeping Red Fescue, (Festuca rubra), Switch Grass, (Panicum virgatum), Partridge Pea, (Chamaecrista fasciculata), Deer Tongue, (Panicum clandestinum), Indian Grass, (Sorghastrum nutans), Ox Eye Sunflower, (Heliopsis helianthoides), Common Milkweed, (Asclepias syriaca), Spotted Joe Pye Weed, (Eupatorium maculatum), Grass Leaved Goldenrod, (Euthamia graminifolia), Blue Vervain, (Verbena hastata), New England Aster, (Aster novae-angliae), Early Goldenrod, (Solidago juncea). We reserve the right to make changes to species in all mixes depending upon seed availability. |
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| New England Native Warm Season Grass Mix - Spec Sheet (pdf)
The New England Native Warm Season Grass Mix contains a broad spectrum of native warm season grasses to insure that a variety of the species will survive in the sandy, droughty conditions typically found along roadsides, gravel mine reclamation areas, and other low-fertility well drained soil conditions. This mix is somewhat slow to germinate and establish during the first year of planting, but it will produce good cover by the end of the second growing season to produce long-living native stands. The cool season grasses have been added as a "starter" seed for erosion control. This mix has excellent heat and drought tolerance, and grows best in well drained soils. Warm season grasses provide excellent year round cover and food for wildlife, particulary as winter cover for small animals. This mix can be applied by hydroseeding, by mechanical spreader or by hand. Best results are obtained with a mid-late Spring seeding.
APPLICATION RATE: 23 lbs/acre | 1900 sq ft/lb SPECIES: Little Bluestem, (Schizachyrium scoparium), Big Bluestem, (Andropogon gerardii), Virginia Wild Rye, (Elymus virginicus), Indian Grass, (Sorghastrum nutans), Creeping Red Fescue, (Festuca rubra), Switch Grass, (Panicum virgatum). |
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| New England Wildflower Mix - Spec Sheet (pdf)
The New England Wildflower mix provides a selection of native wildflowers and grasses to insure that a variety of species will survive in conditions from dry to moist. It is an appropriate seed mix for roadsides, commercial landscaping, parks, golf courses, industrial sites and areas undergoing ecological restoration. The mix can be applied by hydroseeding (no tackifiers), by mechanical spreader, or by hand. Lightly rake or roll after sowing to increase seed-to-soil contact. Apply on a clean, weed-free seed bed. Best results are obtained with a Spring or late fall dormant seeding.
APPLICATION RATE: 23 lbs/acre | 1900 sq ft/lb SPECIES: Little Bluestem, (Schizachyrium scoparium), Creeping Red Fescue, (Festuca rubra), Indian Grass, (Sorghastrum nutans), Partridge Pea, (Chamaecrista fasciculata), Canada Wild Rye, (Elymus canadensis), Virginia Wild Rye, (Elymus virginicus), Wild Blue Lupine, (Lupinus perennis), Golden Alexanders, (Zizia aurea), Ox Eye Sunflower, (Heliopsis helianthoides), Black Eyed Susan, (Rudbeckia hirta), New England Aster, (Aster novae-angliae), Wild Bergamot, (Monarda fistulosa), Smooth Blue Aster, (Aster laevis), Evening Primrose, (Oenothera biennis), New York Ironweed, (Vernonia noveboracensis), Grass Leaved Goldenrod, (Euthamia graminifolia), Early Goldenrod, (Solidago juncea). |
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| New England Showy Wildflower Mix - Spec Sheet (pdf)
The New England Showy Wildflower mix includes a selection of native wildflowers and grasses that will mature into a colorful and vibrant native meadow. It is appropriate seed mix for roadsides, commercial landscaping, parks, golf courses, and industrial sites. Always apply on clean bare soil. The mix may be applied by mechanical spreader, or on small sites it can be spread by hand. Lightly rake, or roll to ensure proper seed to soil contact. Best results are obtained with a Spring or late Fall dormant seeding. Late Spring and early Summer seeding will benefit with a light mulching of weed-free straw to conserve moisture. If conditions are drier than usual, watering may be required. Late Fall and Winter dormant seeding require an increase in the seeding rate. Fertilization is not required unless the soils are particularly infertile. Preparation of a clean weed free seed bed is necessary for optimal results.
APPLICATION RATE: 23 lbs/acre | 1900 sq ft/lb
SPECIES Little Bluestream (Schizachyrium scoparium), Creeping Red Fescue (Festuca rubra), Indian Grass (Sorghastrum nutans), Partridge Pea (Chamaecrista fasciculata), Showy Tick Trefoil (Desmodium canadense), Canada Wild Rye (Elymus canadensis), Virginia Wild Rye (Elymus virginicus), Common Milkweed (Asclepias syriaca), Beard Tongue (Penstemon digi- |
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| New England Erosion Control/Restoration Mix for Dry Sites - Spec Sheet (pdf)
The New England Erosion Control/Restoration Mix For Dry Sites provides an appropriate selection of native and naturalized grasses to ensure that dry and recently disturbed sites will be quickly revegetated and the soil surface stabilized. It is an appropriate seed mix for road cuts, pipelines, steeper slopes, and areas requiring quick cover during the ecological restoration process. The mix may be applied by hydro-seeding, by mechanical spreader, or on small sites it can be spread by hand. Lightly rake, or roll to ensure proper soil-seed contact. Best results are obtained with a Spring or late Summer seeding. Late Spring through Mid-Summer seeding will benefit from a light mulching of weed-free straw to conserve moisture. If conditions are drier than usual, watering will be required.
APPLICATION RATE: 35 lb/acre | 1250 sq ft/lb SPECIES: Creeping Red Fescue, (Festuca rubra), Canada Wild Rye, (Elymus canadensis), Annual Ryegrass, (Lolium multiflorum), Perrenial Ryegrass, (Lolium perenne), Blue Grama, (Bouteloua gracilis), Little Bluestem, (Schizachyrium scoparium), Indian Grass, (Sorghastrum nutans), Rough Bentgrass, (Agrostis scabra), Upland Bentgrass, (Agrostis perennans). |
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| New England Roadside Matrix Wet Meadow Seed Mix - Spec Sheet (pdf)
APPLICATION RATE: 35 lbs/acre | 1250 sq ft/lb
SPECIES:
Wildflowers |
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| New England Roadside Matrix Upland Seed Mix - Spec Sheet (pdf)
APPLICATION RATE: 35LBS/ACRE | 1250 sq ft/lb PRICE: $54.00/bulk pound
SPECIES:
Wildflowers
Shrubs |
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| New England Logging Road Mix - Spec Sheet (pdf)
The New England Logging Road Seed Mix was originally designed for restoring Maine logging roads, but has application on other types of restoration sites. Provides native plant cover in low fertility and compacted soils. Always apply on clean bare soil. The mix may be applied by hydro-seeding, by mechanical spreader, or on small sites it can be spread by hand. Lightly rake, or roll to ensure proper seed to soil contact. Best results are obtained with a Spring or late Summer seeding. Late Spring and early Summer seeding will benefit from a light mulching of weed-free straw to conserve moisture. If conditions are drier than usual, watering may be required. Late Fall and Winter dormant seeding require an increase in the seeding rate. Fertilization is not required unless the soils are particularly infertile. Preparation of a clean weed free soil surface is necessary for optimal results.
APPLICATION RATE: 20 lbs/acre | 2200 sq ft/lb SPECIES: Creeping Red Fescue, (Festuca rubra), Little Bluestem, (Schizachyrium scoparium), Switch Grass, (Panicum virgatum), Virginia Wild Rye, (Elymus virginicus), Big Bluestem, (Andropogon gerardii), Indian Grass, (Sorghastrum nutans), Deer Tongue, (Panicum clandestinum), Partridge Pea, (Chamaecrista fasciculata), Soft Rush, (Juncus effusus), Path Rush, (Juncus tenuis), Rough Bentgrass, (Agrostis scabra). |
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| New England Coastal Salt Tolerant Grass Mix - Spec Sheet (pdf)
The New England Coastal Salt Tolerant Seed Mix contains a selection of native grasses that tolerate salty conditions. This mix is appropriate for drier coastal areas that receive salt spray or mist. Always apply on clean bare soil. The mix may be applied by hydro-seeding, by mechanical spreader, or on small sites it can be spread by hand. Lightly rake, or roll to ensure proper seed to soil contact. Best results are obtained with a Spring seeding. Late Spring and early Summer seeding will benefit with a light mulching of weed-free straw to conserve moisture. If conditions are drier than usual, watering may be required. Late Fall and Winter dormant seeding require an increase in the seeding rate. Fertilization is not required unless the soils are particularly infertile. Preparation of a clean weed free soil surface is necessary for optimal results.
APPLICATION RATE: 35 lbs/acre | 1250 sq ft/lb SPECIES: Canada Wild Rye, (Elymus canadensis),Creeping Red Fescue, (Festuca rubra), Big Blue- stem, (Andropogon gerardii), Little Bluestem, (Schizachyrium scoparium), Indian Grass, (Sorghastrum nutans), Side Oats Grama, (Bouteloua curtipendula), Switch Grass, (Panicum virgatum), Sand Lovegrass, (Eragrostis trichodes). |
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| New England Semi-Shade Grass and Forbs Mix - Spec Sheet (pdf)
The New England Semi Shade Grass & Forb Mix contains a broad spectrum of native grasses and forbs that will tolerate semi-shade and edge conditions. Always apply on clean bare soil. The mix may be applied by hydro-seeding, by mechanical spreader, or on small sites it can be spread by hand. Lightly rake, or roll to ensure proper seed to soil contact. Best results are obtained with a Spring seeding. Late Spring and early Summer seeding will benefit with a light mulching of weed-free straw to conserve moisture. If conditions are drier than usual, watering will be required. Late Fall and Winter dormant seeding require an increase in the seeding rate. Fertilization is not required unless the soils are particularly infertile. Preparation of a clean weed free seed bed is necessary for optimal results.
APPLICATION RATE: 30 lbs/acre | 1450 sq ft/lb SPECIES: Bottlebrush Grass, (Elymus hystrix), Canada Wild Rye, (Elymus canadensis), Partridge Pea, (Chamaecrista fasciculata), Creeping Red Fescue, (Festuca rubra), Common Milkweed, (Asclepias syriaca), Golden Alexanders, (Zizia aurea), Deer Tongue, (Panicum clandestinum), Beard Tongue, (Penstemon digitalis), White Avens, (Geum canadense), Ox Eye Sunflower, (Heliopsis helianthoides), Purple Joe Pye Weed, (Eupatorium purpureum), Wild Bergamot, (Monarda fistulosa), Woodland Goldenrod, (Solidago caesia), Upland Bentgrass, (Agrostis perennans). We reserve the right to make changes to species in all mixes depending upon seed availability. |
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