Early fall is the best time to plant bluebonnet, wildflower seeds

AUSTIN, Texas – Texas wildflower fans, grab your seeds! It is sowing time.

Central Texas is known for its expansive fields of wildflowers along the highways in spring. and acc TxDOTearly fall is a great time to start planting—especially bluebonnets.

“Soil preparation is not necessary as most wildflower seeds can be propagated over undisturbed soil, although there may be some delay in germination,” says TxDOT. “However, the contact between seed and soil is essential. When planting wildflower seed in lawns, be sure to shear the grass as low as possible with a mower.”

After seeding, TxDOT suggests pulling the seeded area with a weighted portion of chain link fence or other flat object.

“Water the area thoroughly but gently,” says TxDOT. “Follow the first watering every three days for about three weeks. Some seeds germinate 10 to 20 days after planting, others germinate in spring.”

Meanwhile, experts say smaller areas can be seeded by hand or a hand-held mechanical device. Larger areas may require a seeder or other mechanical means.

More information on planting wildflowers from TxDOT will be released on-line.

Here in Austin, the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center is a great resource for flower lovers.

Every weekend through October, the center hosts a native plant sale. Entry is open from 9am to 1pm. Admission is on a first come, first serve basis. It is connected to the general entrance fee for the center

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