Flower Seeds for Aussie Gardens

When picking out the flower seeds for gardens in Australia, it's important to consider the country's range of climates and regions. Here are some top recommendations that do well in parts of Australia:

Variety Mixes of Wildflower Seeds

Amazing All-Round Mix: This varied blend of Wildflower Meadow Seeds is suitable for any sunny space with well-draining soil and climates throughout Australia and offers a continuous showcase of exorbitant flowers.

Ideal For: Adding colour and diversity to your garden.

Honey Bees & Butterflies Mix

Specifically crafted to attract pollinators, this mix consists of species that blossom in a range of colours.

Ideal For: Sunny areas where you want to support pollinators.

Flowers for Shaded Areas

Overview: An online flower seed mix tailored for spots with sunlight, ensuring even those shaded corners can bloom with colours.

Ideal For: Gardens, with partial shade.

1. Get Your Materials

Seeds: Pick wildflower seeds that suit your weather and your preferences.

Containers: Opt for seed trays, pots or repurposed containers with holes for drainage.

Seed Starting Mix: Use a light and well-draining mix specifically made for starting seeds.

Labels: Keep track of the types of seeds you're planting.

Watering Can or Spray Bottle: Use these for watering.

Plastic Wrap or Dome: Use these to maintain the level of humidity.

2. Prep Your Pots

Fill up your containers with seed starting mix, leaving some space at the top.

Moisten the mix with water before sowing those Wildflower Seeds in Australia.

3. Planting Time

Follow the instructions on the flower seed packets regarding how deep to plant them. Smaller annual and perennial wildflower seeds usually need to be pressed onto the surface, while larger seeds might need a layer of soil covering them.

Space out your flower seeds adequately based on what's recommended on the packet to prevent overcrowding in gardens.

Caring for your flower seedlings in Australia is essential to help them grow into vibrant plants. Below are some guidelines and suggestions for looking after your flower seeds;

Good Lighting: Make sure your wildflower seeds get light exposure. Position them in a window that receives at least 12-16 hours of sunlight daily. If natural light is insufficient, you can use fluorescent or LED grow lights.

Watering: Maintain adequate moisture levels in the soil without making it too wet. To water the plants properly, place the containers with flower seeds in a tray of water so that the soil can absorb water through the drainage holes.

Properly storing flower seeds in a cool, dry and dark place eg. garage or closet, is key to preserving their quality and ensuring growth when planting them later. Below are some guidelines and advice for storing both annual and perennial wildflower seeds:

Avoiding Heat: When drying flower seeds, it's important not to expose them to sunlight or artificial heat, as high temperatures can harm their quality.

Use Airtight Containers: Choose containers that seal tightly to keep moisture out. Glass jars with lids, metal tins, or plastic containers with fitting tops are suitable options. 

Meadow Flowers offers a selection of flower seeds ideal for beginners:

Poppy Seed Mix

This seed mix features hues of red, pink, white, golden orange, and other delightful colours. It's a good choice for effortless upkeep in open fields and expansive areas, as well as containers and garden plots.

Dainty Swan River Daisies

These seeds blossom into white and purple flowers that bring a touch of elegance to your garden.

Versatile Wildflower Blend

An assortment of wildflower seeds for different soil types and climates across Australia. This blend ensures a display of blossoms.

To keep plants away from your wildflower seed garden it's crucial to plan ahead and utilise different planting techniques for effective upkeep. A key step is to prepare the soil to discourage weed growth. Here are some useful suggestions to maintain a weed wildflower garden;

Clear Existing Weeds: Before beginning planting ensure you remove any current weeds. This can be done by pulling them out or using natural weed control methods like a hoe or eco friendly weed killers.

Select High Quality Seeds: Choose for premium wildflower seed blends, such as those offered by Meadow Flowers to lower the risk of introducing weed seeds into your garden.

Apply Sugar Cane Mulch: To inhibit weed growth consider applying a very thin layer of sugarcane mulch, around your established wildflower seeds. Make sure the mulch itself is devoid of any potential weeds.

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Before planting, it's essential to store the flower seeds you purchased online in a dry place and make sure not to open the packet until you are ready to sow. Make sure to keep them from moisture and extreme temperatures.

When preparing the soil, opt for a draining seed starting mix or potting soil that doesn’t hold onto too much moisture, which may impede germination.

When sowing wildflower seeds, follow the in-depth instructions in our “How to Sow Guide”.

Place your seed trays in a sunny spot that receives 12-16 hours of light each day to ensure they receive a solid amount of light.

It's best to avoid combining wildflower seed mixes. Each annual and perennial wildflower mix is carefully selected to include species that thrive together without competing. Mixing them can create plant competition, which may reduce the number of flowers that bloom.

Various species offered by Meadow Flowers have different needs, for sunlight, water and soil type. A mixed wildflower seed bed may only offer conditions for some species to grow well.

Although having different flowers blooming at different times can provide a display of colours, it could also lead to periods where only a few plants are in bloom, resulting in less visual impact during certain times of the year.

Enhancing Biodiversity

Creating Habitats: Using Meadow Flowers annual and perennial wildflower seeds can provide habitats and a continuous supply of food for pollinators like bees, butterflies and birds supporting biodiversity in your garden.

Supporting Pollinators: Planting wildflower seeds helps attract pollinators that pollinate crops and plants, leading to productivity in nearby gardens and farms.

Preventing Soil Erosion: Wildflower seeds in Australia contribute to soil stabilisation by anchoring the soil with their root systems, which benefits slopes and erosion-prone areas.

Resilience to Drought: Many wildflower seed mixes once established, are well suited to thrive in challenging soil conditions and endure droughts, reducing the reliance on watering and soil enhancements.

The ideal time to sow flower seeds in Australia varies depending on the climate zone and the type of Wildflower Seeds you're working with. You can sow our mixes any time of the year except during frosts.

For Temperate Zones like Sydney and Melbourne:

Spring Planting: September to December

Summer Planting: January to March

Autumn Planting: March to May

In Subtropical Zones such as Brisbane:

Spring Planting: August to December

Summer Planting: January to March

Autumn Planting: March to June

In Tropical Zones like Cairns and Darwin:

Wet Season (Summer) Planting: December, to March

Dry Season (Winter) Planting: April to September