Native Pollinator Seeds

How to grow: Many native seeds can be sown directly outdoors depending on the time of year, or can be started indoors using cool or cold moist stratification to mimic winter conditions.

• Cool moist stratification: Mix seeds with a moist material such as sand, peat moss, vermiculite, or sawdust. Place seed mixture in a sealed container, such as a plastic bag or glass jar. Store in a cool environment, such as a basement, at temperatures between 40-50°F. Store for required length of time, (see germination tips below) then sow seeds into pots or directly into the ground. To help transition cool stratified seeds out of dormancy, water the area for 1-2 months after planting.
• Cold moist stratification: Cold moist stratification requires all the same steps as cool moist stratification, except that seeds need colder temperatures to mimic deep winter. Store seeds in a damp mixture in a sealed container in a refrigerator, at temperatures between 33-40°F.