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Big bluestem and little bluestem providing erosion control for stream bank
red Cardinal Flower beginning to bloom at lake edge
Big Bluestem in prairie
Canada Wildrye seed heads bunch
Pale Purple Coneflower clump in meadow
Big bluestem and little bluestem providing erosion control for stream bank
red Cardinal Flower beginning to bloom at lake edge
Big Bluestem in prairie
Canada Wildrye seed heads bunch
Pale Purple Coneflower clump in meadow

Bank Stabilization

Seed Mixes

1000 Sq. Ft. $50.00
1/4 Acre $190.00
1/2 Acre $370.00
3/4 Acre $540.00
1 Acre $685.00

Description

The Bank Stabilization Seed Mix is designed to protect streambanks, shorelines, drainageways, and other erosion-prone areas while restoring native habitat. This native riparian seed mix combines deep-rooted grasses, wildflowers, and legumes that help anchor soil, slow runoff, and reduce sediment entering nearby waterways.

Adapted to full sun through partial shade and a wide range of soil moisture conditions, this mix performs well along creeks, ponds, drainage channels, riparian buffers, and slopes exposed to concentrated water flow. Over time, the planting develops extensive root systems that strengthen streambanks and improve long-term site stability while supporting healthier water quality.

Beyond erosion control, the diverse mix provides valuable habitat for pollinators, birds, and other wildlife. Seasonal blooms add ecological value and visual interest while creating a resilient plant community capable of withstanding changing moisture conditions and periodic flooding.

Ideal for conservation projects, watershed restoration, stormwater management, and private landowners addressing erosion concerns, this soil stabilization seed mix offers a long-term, natural solution for protecting vulnerable landscapes.

For flatter sites with erosion concerns, explore our Erosion Control Mix. For wetland restorations and seasonally saturated soils, consider our Emergent Wetland Mix.

Range Map

Seed Mix range map. This blend works best in zones 4 through 8.

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Composition

Bank Stabilization Seed Mix Composition
Common Name (Latin Name) % by Weight
Virginia Wildrye (Elymus virginicus) 13.1
Cluster Fescue (Festuca paradoxa) 1.0
Canada Wildrye (Elymus canadensis) 13.3
River Oats (Chasmanthium latifolium) 3.2
Little Bluestem (Schizachyrium scoparium) 4.7
Switchgrass (Panicum virgatum) 8.3
Fowl Bluegrass (Poa palustris) 0.9
Fowl Mannagrass (Glyceria striata) 0.7
Big Bluestem (Andropogon gerardii) 11.9
Upright Prairie Coneflower (Ratibida columnifera) 2.6
Purple Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea) 13.2
Obedient Plant (Physostegia virginiana) 1.1
Foxglove Beardtongue (Penstemon digitalis) 1.2
Prairie Ironweed (Vernonia fasciculata) 3.0
Cardinal Flower (Lobelia cardinalis) 0.1
Sweet Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia subtomentosa) 2.1
Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia hirta) 1.5
American Germander (Teucrium canadense) 0.7
Tickseed Sunflower (Bidens aristosa) 2.9
Illinois Bundleflower (Desmanthus illinoensis) 9.0
Wild Bergamot (Monarda fistulosa) 1.5
Blue Vervain (Verbena hastata) 1.5
Wingstem (Verbesina alternifolia) 1.3
Plains Coreopsis (Coreopsis tinctoria) 1.2

Print (opens in new tab): 2024-2025 Bank Stabilization Seed Mix

Details

Lbs/Acre11.45
PLS/Square Foot78.56
Best ForContractors, Home Gardens
Mix ContainsForbs, Grasses, Legumes
Sun RequirementsFull Sun, Partial Sun
Soil MoistureDry, Dry-Mesic, Mesic, Wet-Mesic, Wet
BenefitsErosion Control, Bees, Birds, Butterflies, Hummingbirds, Pollinators, Small Mammals
Max Height7-8'
USDA Zones4 - 8
Bloom ColorsBlue, Orange, Pink, Purple, Red, White, Yellow
Flowering PeriodFall, Late Spring, Summer
LifespanAnnual, Biennial, Perennial

Seeds & Seed Mixes:

Seeds and seed mixes ship nationwide, year-round, typically within 3–5 business days. If you would like to postpone a seed mix shipment until fall, please note this at checkout.

Live Plants:

Live plants are available year-round while inventory lasts and ship to all states except California, Arizona, Oregon, Washington, Nevada, Alaska, and Hawaii. After your order is placed, we’ll contact you to coordinate a spring shipping window, as many plants are overwintered and ship once dormancy breaks.

Estimated shipping for 2026 plant orders begins in mid-April, weather permitting.

If you’re looking to secure plants in advance or need larger quantities for a project, we offer contract growing options. Contact us to discuss your needs and request a quote. Additional species not listed online may also be available through contract grow.

Live Stakes:

Live stakes are available by request only and must be ordered by submitting a contact form. Ordering is open seasonally from November 1 through February 28. A minimum of 100 stakes per order is required, with at least 25 stakes per species.

Live stakes ship only to the following states: Missouri, Minnesota, South Dakota, North Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Tennessee, Kentucky, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Michigan, and Iowa.

PLS stands for Pure Live Seed, an industry-standard measure of seed quality. It reflects the portion of seed in a batch that is viable and capable of germinating.

What this means for you: when you purchase 1 lb. of PLS seed, the physical weight of the seed you receive will be slightly more than 1 lb. That’s because we account for non-viable seed and natural inert material upfront, so you receive a full pound of live, plantable seed.

Many companies sell bulk seed by total weight, which can include filler and non-viable seed. By pricing based on PLS, we make sure you’re getting exactly what you paid for—high-quality native seed with more predictable, successful germination.

Want to dive deeper? Check out our in-depth article on what PLS is and why it matters.