Ernst Seeds
Helping restore the native landscape for over 50 years
Founded by Calvin Ernst in 1964, Ernst Conservation Seeds is the largest native seed producer and supplier in the eastern United States.
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Browse all seed mixes and find the one you need using the advanced search and filtering options of our Seed Finder Tool:
Rhizomatous species; adapted to mesic to dry areas, including steep slopes and forests with dappled to full sun; provides winter grazing for wildlife.
This combination of annual and perennial grasses, forbs and grass-like plants provide food and cover in wet or flooded riparian areas, as well as in draw-down areas in retention basins or wetlands. Seed from October-May. Mix formulations are subject to change without notice depending on the availability of existing and new products. While the formula may change, the guiding philosophy and function of the mix will not.
Spring/Fall, Spring/Summer, Summer, Summer/Fall
Pink, Purple
Andropogon ternarius, FL Ecotype
Acorus americanus, Midwestern U.S. Ecotype
Agropyron trachycaulum
Andropogon gerardii, Albany Pine Bush-NY Ecotype
