Our California Native Fire Wise Mix is a thoughtfully engineered blend of low-flame-fuel native grasses and wildflowers that allows you to create a lush, fire-resilient landscape without sacrificing beauty or biodiversity. This mix includes deep-rooted, bunch-forming grasses and drought-tolerant forbs that establish quickly and act as a natural fuel break—slowing the spread of fire while stabilizing soil and supporting local pollinators.

Seeding Rate: 20 lbs per acre

Key Benefits

• Fire-Resilient Species: Features low-fuel grasses like Deergrass (Muhlenbergia rigens), Purple Needlegrass (Stipa pulchra), and California Fescue (Festuca californica)—chosen to minimize flame intensity and dead-fuel accumulation.

• Drought-Tolerant & Low Maintenance: Once established, these native plants require little to no supplemental irrigation or fertilizer, and are naturally pest- and disease-resistant.

• Erosion Control & Soil Health: Deep, fibrous roots stabilize soil on slopes and disturbed areas, while wildflowers such as California Yarrow and California Poppy improve organic matter and support pollinators.

• Biodiversity & Habitat: Provides essential nectar and seed resources for native bees, butterflies, and birds—enhancing ecological resilience around homes and communities.

Ideal For

• Defensible-space plantings around homes and outbuildings
• Hillside, slope, and roadside stabilization
• Parks, trailsides, and utility corridors
• Restoration projects requiring both fire safety and habitat value

Planting & Maintenance

• Seeding Time: Fall (preferred) or early spring to take advantage of winter rains.
• Seeding Rate: 15–20 lbs per acre, depending on site conditions.
• Water: Keep seedbed evenly moist until seedlings reach 3–4” in height; afterward, rely on natural rainfall patterns.
• Maintenance: Remove debris and thatch annually. Minimal mowing or light, controlled grazing may be used to manage plant height and appearance.

Why Choose This Mix

Create a verdant, low-fuel landscape that helps safeguard your property while enriching California’s native ecosystems. The California Native Fire Wise Mix offers a sustainable and beautiful solution for modern fire-resilient landscaping.

Our Poultry Forage Mix is a thoughtfully blended seed combination designed to transform your poultry pasture into a nutritious, dynamic feeding ground. By interweaving legumes, grains, and broadleaf forages, this mix provides a season-long supply of protein, vitamins, minerals, and natural fiber—perfect for chickens, ducks, geese, and other free-range birds.

Seeding Rate: 20 lbs per acre (broadcast), or 8–12 lbs per acre (drilled)

Seed Composition & Roles

• Red Clover (Trifolium pratense): Deep-rooted, nitrogen-fixing legume producing protein-rich, digestible forage.
• Common Flax (Linum usitatissimum): Provides omega-3 fatty acids and mucilaginous seeds for digestive health and egg enrichment.
• Alfalfa (Medicago sativa): Rich in calcium, vitamins A and K, and minerals—critical for strong bones and eggshell quality.
• Buckwheat (Fagopyrum esculentum): Fast-germinating broadleaf that suppresses weeds, supports pollinators, and yields soft greens.
• Strawberry Clover (Trifolium fragiferum): Creeping groundcover that thrives under heavier birds, filling gaps and resisting damage.
• Forage Peas (Pisum sativum): Protein-packed vines that birds love to peck—adds flowering cover and edible shoots.
• White Clover (Trifolium repens): Low-growing, hardy filler for continuous nitrogen fixation and green forage.
• Crimson Clover (Trifolium incarnatum): Early-blooming, nitrogen-boosting annual that kick-starts soil health each season.

Key Benefits

• Enhanced Nutrition & Egg Quality: Diverse plant nutrients improve lay rates, yolk pigmentation, and shell strength while reducing dependence on supplemental feed.

• Natural Foraging Behavior: Encourages pecking, scratching, and dust-bathing—supporting bird health and lowering stress.

• Soil Health & Weed Suppression: Nitrogen-fixers and fast-growing cover like buckwheat smother weeds and build organic matter.

• Pollinator & Ecosystem Support: Flowers attract bees and beneficial insects, enhancing biodiversity across your pasture.

Planting & Management

• Seeding Rate: 20–30 lbs per acre broadcast, or 8–12 lbs per acre drilled.
• Best Planting Times: Early spring or late summer when soil temps are above 50 °F.
• Establishment Care: Keep seedbed moist until seedlings reach 2–3 inches. Periodic grazing or mowing encourages regrowth and longevity.
• Rotation & Rest: Divide pasture into paddocks and allow 4–6 weeks of rest between grazings to maintain plant vigor and quality.

Ideal For

• Pastured poultry operations maximizing on-farm feed value
• Homesteads and small farms with integrated poultry systems
• Permaculture and regenerative farms focusing on biodiversity and soil health
• Poultry enthusiasts seeking happy, productive birds and top-tier eggs

Why Choose This Mix

By choosing the Poultry Forage Mix, you’re investing in a resilient, multi-functional pasture that nourishes your flock, revitalizes your soil, and enhances the overall sustainability and productivity of your land.

Our Transitional Goat Pasture Mix is a versatile, high-performance blend developed to meet the challenges of the Transitional U.S., where hot, humid summers and cold, damp winters demand resilient, adaptable forage. Featuring a robust mix of Tall Fescue (endophyte-free), Chicory, Alfalfa, Red Clover, Birdsfoot Trefoil, Orchardgrass, and Peas, this pasture delivers the diverse nutrition, strong regrowth, and parasite resistance goats need to thrive.

Ideal for regions such as the Appalachians, southern Midwest, Mid-Atlantic, and Upper South, this mix performs well in varied soils and climate conditions, making it a reliable choice for pasture-based goat production throughout much of the central and eastern U.S.

Seeding Rate: 20 lbs per acre

Key Benefits

• Perfect for Transitional Climates: Withstands wide temperature swings and fluctuating rainfall and humidity. Performs well in loamy, clay, or moderately well-drained soils.

• Balanced, Goat-Specific Nutrition: Chicory and birdsfoot trefoil support parasite resistance and provide digestible fiber. Alfalfa, red clover, and peas deliver protein-rich forage for growth and lactation. Orchardgrass and tall fescue offer persistent structure and grazing value.

• Strong Regrowth & Forage Longevity: Cool-season species provide spring and fall growth, while deep-rooted forages help sustain summer performance. Suited for rotational grazing systems that improve pasture resilience and animal health.

• Soil Health & Sustainability: Legumes in the mix fix nitrogen, reducing the need for fertilizers. Chicory and trefoil help break soil compaction and improve water infiltration.

Ideal For

• Goat producers in transitional zones like the Mid-Atlantic, Kentucky, Tennessee, Missouri, and surrounding regions
• Mixed-use grazing systems and regenerative agriculture setups
• Operations looking to reduce parasite load naturally and promote high-quality forage
• Pastures needing a low-bloat, high-protein blend with year-round benefits

Why Choose This Mix

The Transitional Goat Pasture Mix gives your herd access to the diverse, nutrient-dense forage they need—while offering strong adaptability to changing weather and sustainable land performance. With deep roots in regenerative farming and goat-specific needs, this mix is built to keep your pastures productive and your animals thriving.

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Our Transitional Horse Pasture Mix is expertly designed to meet the pasture challenges of the Transitional U.S., where hot summers, cold winters, and unpredictable rainfall define the growing season. Blending Perennial Ryegrass, Kentucky Bluegrass, Tall Fescue (endophyte-free), Alfalfa, and Meadow Brome, this mix offers excellent seasonal balance, palatable nutrition, and long-lasting durability—perfect for equine grazing in variable environments.

Seeding Rate: 20 lbs per acre

Key Benefits

Adapted to Transitional Climates

• Withstands the temperature swings and soil variability common in transitional zones.
• Cool-season grasses (Ryegrass, Fescue, Bluegrass, and Meadow Brome) provide strong early spring and fall growth.
• Maintains productivity even in drought-prone summers and cold winters with proper management.

Horse-Friendly Nutrition

• Alfalfa adds protein, calcium, and energy—especially valuable for working horses, lactating mares, and growing foals (recommended in moderation).
• Perennial Ryegrass and Kentucky Bluegrass offer high palatability and dense ground coverage for soft, safe footing.
• Tall Fescue (endophyte-free) and Meadow Brome deliver persistence and grazing resilience.

Durable and Grazing-Ready

• Handles heavy traffic and rotational grazing with strong regrowth between cycles.
• Encourages deep rooting and balanced ground cover to reduce mud, erosion, and weed invasion.

Extended Grazing Season

• Cool-season base ensures early green-up in spring and grazing into late fall.
• Species diversity supports multi-season forage availability, reducing the need for supplemental feed.

Ideal For

• Horse pastures in transitional climate zones
• Turnout areas, riding spaces, and rotational grazing systems
• Landowners seeking year-round pasture productivity and nutrient-dense forage
• Farms balancing variable weather with consistent equine care needs

Why Choose This Mix

The Transitional Horse Pasture Mix provides a smart, climate-adapted solution for equine grazing in regions where the seasons don’t play by the rules. From lush spring growth to durable summer forage and fall regrowth, this mix offers comfort, nutrition, and resilience for horses—and peace of mind for those who care for them.

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Our Southern Horse Forage Mix is a premium, multi-species blend specially formulated to thrive under the heat, humidity, and variable rainfall typical of the southern United States. By combining rapid-establishing and persistent cool-season grasses with warm-season champions and protein-rich legumes, this mix delivers year-round, high-quality forage that promotes horse health and supports sustainable pasture management.

Seeding Rate: 20 lbs per acre

Seed Composition

• Perennial Ryegrass (Lolium perenne): Rapid spring and fall green-up; lush, palatable forage that fills bare patches quickly.
• Tall Fescue (Festuca arundinacea): Endophyte-free, cool-season base with high trampling tolerance and late-season productivity.
• Bermuda Grass (Cynodon dactylon): Warm-season workhorse delivering summer forage, drought resilience, and fast recovery.
• White Clover (Trifolium repens): Low-growing nitrogen fixer that boosts protein and fills gaps in the stand.
• Forage Peas (Pisum sativum): Protein-rich climbing vines that enhance early-season nutrition and diversity.

Key Benefits

• Season-Long Forage Availability: Ryegrass and fescue start early and finish late, while Bermuda sustains summer grazing.

• Enhanced Nutrition & Palatability: Clover and peas elevate protein levels, support condition, and increase forage appeal.

• Heat & Drought Resilience: Bermuda’s deep roots and fescue’s durability ensure reliable production in southern climates.

• Soil Health & Sustainability: Nitrogen-fixing legumes cut input costs and enhance soil fertility and erosion resistance.

• Traffic Tolerance & Recovery: Withstand hoof traffic and bounce back fast—perfect for turnout and frequent use.

Planting & Management

• Site Preparation: Till or aerate to a fine, firm seedbed; ensure soil pH of 6.0–7.0.
• Seeding Rate:
  New Pastures: 25–30 lb/acre
  Overseeding: 10–15 lb/acre
• Planting Window: Early spring or late summer when soil temps are 55–70 °F.
• Establishment: Light, frequent watering until 3–4” tall, then begin grazing or mowing rotation.
• Grazing Management: Rotate paddocks and maintain 4–6” residual height for strong regrowth.

Ideal For

• Horse farms and boarding facilities across the Southern U.S.
• Turnout pastures, riding arenas, and paddocks
• Rotational grazing and mixed-species pasture systems
• Landowners seeking low-input, high-performance forage solutions

Why Choose This Mix

With Southern Horse Forage Mix, you’ll cultivate a lush, resilient pasture that fuels equine performance, enhances soil health, and stands up to the challenges of southern climates—season after season.

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The seeding rate for this seed is 20 Lbs./Acre.

Our Northern Sheep Pasture Mix is a nutrient-dense, cool-season blend designed specifically for the northern United States, where pastures must thrive through cold winters, cool springs, and shorter growing seasons. This carefully selected mix of Perennial Ryegrass, Birdsfoot Trefoil, Chicory, White Clover, Orchardgrass, and Kentucky Bluegrass delivers high-quality forage, excellent regrowth, and superior palatability to support meat and wool production in northern sheep operations.

Formulated to perform in states like Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan, New York, Vermont, the Dakotas, and other northern zones, this pasture blend is ideal for producers seeking reliable, low-maintenance, and highly nutritious forage for their flocks.

Key Benefits

Adapted to Northern U.S. Conditions

• Performs exceptionally in cold, moist climates with shorter growing seasons and seasonal frost.
• Cool-season species deliver early spring growth and strong fall regrowth for extended grazing.

Balanced, Sheep-Friendly Nutrition

• Birdsfoot Trefoil and Chicory provide digestible nutrients and parasite-fighting tannins that support gut health.
• White Clover delivers high palatability and protein, ideal for growing lambs and lactating ewes.
• Perennial Ryegrass and Kentucky Bluegrass offer lush, durable ground cover and excellent forage quality.
• Orchardgrass adds drought tolerance and consistent season-long growth.

Season-Long Productivity

• With species that grow from spring through fall, this mix enables continuous grazing or hay production with proper management.
• Fast regrowth and persistence make it ideal for intensive grazing systems.

Soil Health and Sustainability

• Legumes like White Clover and Birdsfoot Trefoil naturally fix nitrogen, reducing the need for synthetic inputs.
• Species diversity enhances soil structure, erosion control, and long-term pasture productivity.

Ideal For

• Sheep producers in cool, temperate northern climates
• Rotational and managed grazing systems
• Operations focused on parasite control, high forage quality, and pasture resilience
• Dual-purpose pastures for grazing and hay production

Why Choose This Mix

With its northern adaptability, nutritional depth, and grazing resilience, the Northern Sheep Pasture Mix is the ideal solution for producers who want to optimize flock health and maximize forage value in cooler climates. Whether you’re raising lambs or maintaining a breeding flock, this mix delivers the performance and sustainability your pasture needs.

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The seeding rate for this seed is 20 Lbs./Acre.

The Transitional Sheep Pasture Mix is specifically crafted for the unique growing conditions found in the transitional regions of the United States—areas where hot summers meet cold winters, and where pastures must perform through seasonal shifts in temperature, moisture, and soil type. This mix offers a balanced blend of grasses, legumes, and forbs that deliver excellent forage quality, seasonal productivity, and resilience under grazing pressure.

Combining Tall Fescue (endophyte-free), Birdsfoot Trefoil, Chicory, White Clover, Orchardgrass, and Kentucky Bluegrass, this mix is ideal for regions such as the Ohio Valley, Mid-Atlantic, southern Midwest, and Upper South—zones that demand versatile, adaptable pasture solutions for productive sheep operations.

Key Benefits

Built for Transitional Climate Zones

• Thrives in areas with variable rainfall, humid summers, and cold winters—common across transitional U.S. regions.
• Performs well in moderately fertile to high-fertility soils, making it suitable for mixed terrain and pasture types.

Sheep-Focused Nutrition

• Chicory and Birdsfoot Trefoil provide digestible fiber, essential minerals, and natural tannins that support parasite resistance and gut health.
• White Clover and Orchardgrass deliver high-protein, palatable forage for ewes, lambs, and growing stock.
• Tall Fescue (endophyte-free) and Kentucky Bluegrass supply persistent ground cover, regrowth, and grazing resilience.

Seasonal Productivity & Regrowth

• Cool-season dominance ensures early spring growth, while deep-rooted species like Chicory extend productivity into summer dry spells.
• Excellent regrowth following grazing or mowing makes it ideal for rotational grazing systems.

Soil Health & Long-Term Benefits

• Legumes fix atmospheric nitrogen, improving pasture fertility naturally.
• Diverse species composition supports soil structure, erosion control, and long-term sustainability.

Ideal For

• Sheep operations in transitional zones including the Mid-Atlantic, southern Midwest, Appalachian foothills, and Upper South
• Pasture-based systems focused on high forage quality and year-round productivity
• Producers seeking a mix that performs across seasonal and environmental variability

Why Choose This Mix

The Transitional Sheep Pasture Mix brings together nutrient density, climate adaptability, and grazing resilience in a single, proven blend. It’s a smart, sustainable solution for farmers and ranchers working in one of the country’s most challenging and dynamic agricultural zones.

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The Tortoise Forage Mix is a carefully balanced blend of native warm-season grasses and cool-season turf species, developed to meet the natural grazing needs of tortoises and other herbivorous reptiles. With a variety of textures, growth forms, and nutrient profiles, this mix creates a soft, diverse, and palatable ground cover that supports digestive health and encourages instinctive foraging behavior.

• Southern U.S. Adaptation: Performs well in hot, dry climates with variable rainfall and well-drained soils
• Safe & Nutritious: Contains only safe, low-sugar grasses suitable for grazing reptiles; avoids pasture grasses known to cause digestive issues in tortoises
• Season-Long Coverage: Warm- and cool-season species ensure continuous forage availability throughout the growing season
• Ecological Benefits: Deep-rooted native species improve soil structure, reduce erosion, and require minimal maintenance
• Diverse Palatability: Includes grasses with varied leaf textures and growth heights to stimulate natural foraging behavior

This mix includes warm-season natives like Buffalograss, Big Bluestem, Little Bluestem, Western Wheatgrass, and Blue Grama—combined with Bermudagrass and endophyte-free Tall Fescue for moisture-adapted coverage. Cool-season species such as Sheep Fescue, Creeping Red Fescue, and Orchardgrass support shaded areas and shoulder-season growth, extending the functional window for grazing.

Directions

Seeding Rate:
• 10–15 lb per acre for broadcast or hand-spread applications in enclosures or open grazing pens

Planting Time:
• Best planted in spring or early fall when soil temps range from 55–75 °F
• For warm-season dominance, plant in late spring; for year-round coverage, seed a mix in early fall

Soil Requirements:
• Well-drained soils preferred; tolerates sandy loam, gravelly, and compacted soils
• Requires 15″+ of annual rainfall or supplemental irrigation in arid zones

Ideal For

• Outdoor tortoise enclosures and pet habitats
• Reptile rescues, zoos, and wildlife sanctuaries
• Southern U.S. climates with hot summers and variable rainfall
• Habitat restoration projects and naturalized landscapes for reptiles

With its carefully selected species mix, the Tortoise Forage Mix creates a safe, attractive, and sustainable grazing space that mimics native forage conditions. Ideal for eco-conscious landowners, conservationists, and tortoise keepers.

Important Shipping Note

Due to legal restrictions, Bermudagrass cannot be shipped to Utah (except Washington County). If you are shipping this product to Utah, please select the “No Bermudagrass” option at checkout.

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Photos shown are of the actual mix, courtesy of David Sewart.

Elevate your apiary with our Honey Bee Pasture Mix—specially formulated for the valleys and foothills between the Sierra Nevada and Cascade ranges to the east-flanking Rockies. This clover-heavy blend delivers season-long nectar and pollen to support thriving colonies and robust pollinator populations.

Thoughtfully selected species provide both immediate forage and enduring stands. White Dutch Clover and Yellow Sweet Clover offer early-season nectar and high yield. Alsike Clover extends forage into wetter, cooler periods. Sainfoin adds long-lasting blooms while enriching the soil. Lacy Phacelia and Bluebells ensure late-season pollen and color when other sources decline.

Seeding Rate: 20 lbs per acre

Key Benefits

• Maximum Nectar & Pollen Production: High-yielding clovers and wildflowers ensure forage from early spring through late fall.

• Perennial & Self-Seeding Annuals: Long-lasting stands with self-reseeding annuals that refresh bloom cycles year after year.

• Pollinator-Focused Diversity: Designed for the Intermountain West’s growing season, it supports honey bees and native pollinators alike.

• Soil Health & Cover Crop Use: Deep-rooted legumes and forbs improve drainage, break compaction, and fix nitrogen—perfect for pollinator habitat or rotational cover cropping.

Stand Composition (Established %)

• 30% White Dutch Clover (Trifolium repens)
• 30% Yellow Sweet Clover (Melilotus officinalis)
• 20% Alsike Clover (Trifolium hybridum)
• 10% Sainfoin (Onobrychis viciifolia)
• 5% Lacy Phacelia (Phacelia tanacetifolia)
• 5% Bluebells (Phacelia campanularia)

Ideal For

• Professional and hobbyist beekeepers seeking season-long nectar and pollen sources
• Pollinator habitat enhancement in farms, orchards, vineyards, or conservation land
• Green-manure cover crop systems that support biodiversity while improving soil health

Why Choose This Mix

With the Honey Bee Pasture Mix, you’re investing in a forage system that supports healthy hives, attracts diverse pollinators, and enriches your soil. Whether you manage one hive or many, this mix ensures that your bees get the consistent nutrition they need throughout the growing season.

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Elevate your equine grazing with our Northern Horse Pasture Mix, expertly formulated to flourish in humid northern climates while delivering premium, year-round forage for all horses. This balanced blend of cool-season grasses and legumes is both highly palatable and packed with nutrients—yet tough enough to withstand close, heavy grazing throughout the season.

Seeding Rate: 20 lbs per acre

Key Benefits

• Exceptional Palatability & Nutrition: Orchardgrass and timothy provide soft, leafy growth that horses love, while alfalfa boosts protein and energy for optimum condition.

• Durable Under Grazing: Perennial ryegrass establishes quickly and recovers fast, and Kentucky bluegrass forms a dense sod that resists wear—even under frequent hoof traffic.

• Season-Long Productivity: Cool-season species green up early in spring, maintain steady growth through mild summers, and extend forage availability into fall.

• Balanced Forage Profile: A mix of grasses for fiber and legumes for crude protein supports healthy digestion, strong hooves, and sustained energy levels.

• Soil Health & Resilience: Deep-rooted alfalfa and timothy improve soil structure and drought tolerance, while legumes naturally enrich fertility, reducing your fertilizer needs.

Stand Composition (Established %)

• 30% Orchardgrass – High yield and excellent digestibility
• 20% Perennial Ryegrass – Rapid establishment and regrowth
• 20% Kentucky Bluegrass – Durable, wear-resistant sod
• 20% Timothy – Soft, leafy feed for mature horses
• 10% Alfalfa – Protein-rich legume for peak condition

Ideal For

• Broodmares, performance horses, and recreational riding herds
• Rotational or continuous grazing systems
• Pasture renovation projects and new seedings
• Owners seeking a low-input mix that maximizes forage quality

Why Choose This Mix

With our Northern Horse Pasture Mix, you get a pasture that satisfies both the nutritional needs of your horses and the practical demands of your land. From early green-up to long-lasting durability under hoof pressure, this mix performs season after season.

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