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Dry Detention Basin

Seed Mixes

1000 Sq. Ft. $45.00
1/4 Acre $150.00
1/2 Acre $300.00
3/4 Acre $450.00
1 Acre $600.00

Description

The Dry Detention Basin native seed mix is designed for stormwater basins, swales, and other areas with fluctuating moisture. This blend of native wildflowers, grasses, and sedges adapts to both wet periods after storms and dry spells in between, creating a resilient, low-maintenance planting. Ideal for stormwater management, habitat restoration, and functional landscaping, it improves water quality while enhancing biodiversity.

Thriving in full to partial sun and mesic to wet soils, this mix provides multiple ecological benefits. Deep-rooted species stabilize soil and improve water infiltration, while moisture-tolerant wildflowers add seasonal beauty and attract pollinators like bees and butterflies. Key species include Swamp Milkweed, New England Aster, and Switchgrass, which bring both resilience and visual appeal.

For areas that remain wet year-round, consider our Rain Garden Mix as a more suitable option.

Seed Details

Weight 1 lbs
Dimensions 12 × 12 × 12 in
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Range Map

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

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Composition

2024-2025 Dry Detention Basin Seed Mix

Details

Lbs/Acre12.23
PLS/Square Foot68
Best ForContractors, Pollinators
Mix ContainsForbs, Grasses, Sedges
Sun RequirementsFull Sun, Partial Sun
Soil MoistureMesic, Wet-Mesic, Wet
BenefitsBees, Birds, Hummingbirds, Insects, Pollinators
Max Height7-8'
USDA Zones4, 5, 6, 7, 8
Bloom ColorsBlue, Pink, Purple, White, Yellow
Flowering PeriodFall, Late Spring, Summer
LifespanBiennial, Perennial

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.

Seeds & Seed Mixes:

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

Live Plants:

Live plants are available year-round while inventory lasts and ship to select Midwest states due to plant health and hardiness considerations. 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.

States we ship live plants to:
Missouri, Minnesota, South Dakota, North Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Tennessee, Kentucky, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Michigan, and Iowa.

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.

Live stakes ship to the same select Midwest states as live plants due to establishment requirements.