{"product_id":"western-foothills-mix-seed","title":"Mix - Western Foothills (Seed)","description":"\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.epa.gov\/eco-research\/level-iii-and-iv-ecoregions-continental-united-states\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eEcoregions: 15 - 17 (Level III)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003eThis drought-tolerant native forb mix provides extended bloom coverage and strong ecological value for open, sunny sites. Flowering begins in late spring and continues through summer into early fall, offering season-long color and consistent pollinator support. The mix performs well in dry, disturbed, or low-input landscapes while contributing to soil stabilization and habitat diversity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMix Composition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e18% Achillea millefolium (Yarrow)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e10% Balsamorhiza sagittata (Balsamroot)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e54% Gaillardia aristata (Blanketflower)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e8% Grindelia squarrosa (Curly cup gumweed)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e5% Heterotheca villosa (Hairy golden aster)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e5% Phacelia hastata (Silverleaf phacelia)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e1\/4 ounce- 92 sqft\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e1 ounce- 368 sqft\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e1\/2 pound- 2,947 sqft\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e1 pound- 5,894 sqft\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e(Calculations are based on an average of 20 plants per sqft using the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/xerces.org\/pollinator-conservation\/pollinator-conservation-seed-mixes\"\u003eXerces Society calculator\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"121\" data-end=\"331\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"121\" data-end=\"141\"\u003eNatural Habitat: \u003c\/strong\u003eOpen grasslands, foothills, sagebrush steppe, prairies, and disturbed sites such as roadsides and reclaimed areas; commonly found on dry, well-drained sites across the Intermountain West.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"333\" data-end=\"360\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"333\" data-end=\"348\"\u003eLife Cycle: \u003c\/strong\u003ePerennials\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"362\" data-end=\"479\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"362\" data-end=\"378\"\u003eRhizomatous: \u003c\/strong\u003eSome species (e.g., \u003cem data-start=\"401\" data-end=\"423\"\u003eAchillea millefolium\u003c\/em\u003e) are rhizomatous; others are tap rooted or clump-forming but will re-seed additional plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"481\" data-end=\"515\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"481\" data-end=\"504\"\u003eLight Requirements: \u003c\/strong\u003eFull sun\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"517\" data-end=\"595\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"517\" data-end=\"532\"\u003eBloom Time: \u003c\/strong\u003eLate spring through early fall (approximately May–September)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"597\" data-end=\"651\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"597\" data-end=\"613\"\u003eBloom Color: \u003c\/strong\u003eYellow, white, and red\/orange tones\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"653\" data-end=\"682\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"653\" data-end=\"664\"\u003eHeight: \u003c\/strong\u003e12 to 36 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"684\" data-end=\"735\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"684\" data-end=\"704\"\u003eElevation Range: \u003c\/strong\u003eApproximately 3,000–8,000 ft\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"737\" data-end=\"773\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"737\" data-end=\"756\"\u003eCold Hardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zones 3–8\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"775\" data-end=\"865\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"775\" data-end=\"795\"\u003eSoil Preference: \u003c\/strong\u003eWell-drained soils; tolerates sandy, rocky, and low-fertility soils\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"867\" data-end=\"949\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"867\" data-end=\"900\"\u003eAlkali\/Saline Soil Tolerance: \u003c\/strong\u003eLow to moderate tolerance depending on species\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"951\" data-end=\"999\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"951\" data-end=\"984\"\u003eMinimum Annual Precipitation: \u003c\/strong\u003e10–14 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1001\" data-end=\"1047\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1001\" data-end=\"1023\"\u003eDrought Tolerance: \u003c\/strong\u003eHigh once established\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1049\" data-end=\"1176\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1049\" data-end=\"1065\"\u003eDisturbance: \u003c\/strong\u003eWell adapted to disturbed and restored sites; suitable for reclamation, roadside\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1178\" data-end=\"1301\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1178\" data-end=\"1206\"\u003ePotential Pests\/Disease: \u003c\/strong\u003eGenerally low; occasional foliar diseases or insect herbivory under prolonged wet conditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1303\" data-end=\"1342\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1303\" data-end=\"1323\"\u003eDeer Resistance: \u003c\/strong\u003eModerate to high\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1303\" data-end=\"1342\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1344\" data-end=\"1363\"\u003eWildlife Value: \u003c\/strong\u003eProvides extended seasonal forage and habitat for wildlife\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DNRC Montana Conservation Seedling Nursery","offers":[{"title":"1\/4 Ounce","offer_id":51333433590056,"sku":null,"price":42.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"1 Ounce","offer_id":51333433622824,"sku":null,"price":80.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"1\/2 Pound","offer_id":51333433655592,"sku":null,"price":130.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"1 Pound","offer_id":51333433688360,"sku":null,"price":200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/6635\/1144\/files\/WFH_Mix_577955f0-7b14-4e45-90c3-1da3f128aa05.jpg?v=1767999067","url":"https:\/\/conservationseedlings.mtdnrc.gov\/products\/western-foothills-mix-seed","provider":"DNRC Montana Conservation Seedling Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}