Coastal Bays, Chesapeake Tidewater, Barrier Island Dune Fringe
Designed for habitat plantings near dunes, tidal wetlands, coastal grasslands, and open field edges, it provides nectar, seed, and structural cover while remaining low-maintenance and resilient to coastal wind and drought.
- Built for true coastal Maryland soils — no non-native prairie species
- Long bloom window for monarchs and native bees (spring → late fall)
- Light grass component prevents takeover — ideal for pollinator success
- Works for private landowners, shoreline conservation projects & schools
NRCS-style plantings
- Pollinator Habitat
- Early Successional Wildlife Habitat
- Coastal Stabilization + Beautification
Milkweed, Swamp (Marsh) (0.4), Milkweed, Common (0.2), New England aster (0.25), Marigold, Nodding Bur (Nodding Beggartick) (0.25), Sedge, Fox (0.65), Wildrye, Virginia (1.3), Boneset, Common (0.25), Bergamot, Wild (Prairie Beebalm) (0.2), Obedident Plant (False Drangonhead) (0.2), Susan, Black-eyed (0.25), Goldenrod, Gray (Field) (Old Field) (0.25). Created January 2026.
Forb:Grass ratio: ~70:30
Seeding rate: 5–7 lbs PLS/acre (broadcast 8–10)
Site fit: Coastal sandy soils, salt-tolerant fringe, bayfront edges, dune transition zones
Maintenance: Optional single annual mow after year 2
