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“Every plant is native to someplace, but that place may not be here. 1:00 pm, Apr. 30, 2021 ×
Gardeners interested in growing native wildflowers that are beneficial to pollinators are advised to purchase native seed mixes from local plant sellers. (Photo by Debi Nitka, courtesy Minnesota DNR)
It’s time to start planting, but take care of the seeds you use.
Local invasive species experts advise that several packets advertising wildflower mixes may come with destructive non-native plants or noxious weeds.
A University of Washington study found out of 19 seed packets, three to 13 contained invasive species, and eight had seeds for plants considered noxious weeds in at least one U.S. state or Canadian province.
Wildflowers (Mn DNR)
DULUTH, MN (KDAL) – If you are looking to plant wildflowers this spring, beware of seed packets that may come with destructive non-native plants and noxious weeds.
Lori Seele, the coordinator of the Duluth Cooperative Invasive Species Management Area, says labels claiming “native” seeds should be examined closely since every plant is native to someplace but maybe not here.
Of 19 seed packets examined during a study by the University of Washington, all contained from 3 to 13 invasive species and 8 had seeds considered to be noxious weeds in at least one state or Canadian province.
Gardeners are urged to buy true native wildflowers and beneficial pollinators from local sellers.