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Garden Trend: Wildflower Garden In The City

Summer

May 25, 2021 5:16:45 PM

There’s no better way to get in the spring spirit than by watching beautiful wildflowers bloom outside your window. If you’re living in the city and feel a bit limited on planting space, don’t count yourself out just yet! Transform your concrete apartment balcony or tiny backyard with colorful, low-maintenance wildflowers that will thrive in urban settings.

Growing wildflowers in the city

Wildflowers are among the most low maintenance, yet rewarding plants to add to your garden. One of the great things about planting wildflowers is that you don’t need acres of rolling hills for them to thrive. In fact, wildflowers will grow just as well in pots and containers on your patio or balcony. 

Spruce up your outdoor space with bright and colorful wildflowers from Curtis and Curtis Seed! Once you’ve decided on the perfect wildflower seeds, fill your favorite outdoor planters with planting soil and keep a watering bucket close by for regular watering. Be sure that your pots have holes in the bottom for proper drainage.

potted wildflowers

Make the most out of your small space

If you’re used to having wide open spaces, living in the city can feel restricting when it comes to exercising your green thumb. However, with a little effort you can still make the most of your small space to create a beautiful and calming outdoor oasis. In addition to potted plants, consider adding hanging plants or box planters to your windows or balcony railing. This will add dimension to your small garden and optimize space if you’re low on floor space. 

The key to making the most of your small space is to work with what you have instead of focusing on what you don’t have. Why limit yourself just to your patio or balcony? Add decorative pots and colorful blooms on either side of your doorway to add some “curb appeal” to your entryway.

Featured wildflowers

desert marigold

Desert Marigold

The Desert Marigold gives off a bright yellow pop of color that is sure to brighten your days! This wildflower is fast-growing and requires limited water usage. While low-maintenance, the pay-off of the Desert Marigold is luscious and bright. 

rocky mountain beaplant

Rocky Mountain Beeplant

The Rocky Mountain Beeplant is a perfect warm-season pick-me-up! The gorgeous purple color will be sure to enhance the feel and look of your patio or garden. This beautiful plant grows up to 18” tall and requires medium water usage. Watering around three times a week is definitely worth it to enjoy this bright flower everyday!

blanket flower

Blanket Flower

The Blanket flower is a great way to incorporate hanging plants into your space. The bold red color will be sure to catch the eyes of your guests and neighbors. Spring and fall are optimal times for planting, so you will have these great additions to your patio or garden for a stretch of time!

llano estacado wildlfower mix

Llano Estacado Wildflower Mix

Our Llano Estacado Wildflower Mix is the perfect blend if you can’t pick just one type of wildflower! This mix has nine different wildflower seeds to enhance any space with a colorful blend of colors.

 

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Start planting with the Cultivation Experts!

To see the best results from your wildflower seeds, it’s essential that you purchase high quality seeds from a reputable seed company. At Curtis and Curtis, we source and process our seeds with the highest standards to ensure our products exceed industry regulations and our customers’ expectations. We’ve spent over 65 years in the seed industry perfecting our process to produce the highest quality product on the market. 

Our team of Cultivation Experts are here to help you find the right seed blend for your region and conditions. So, what are you waiting for? Shop online to get the most out of the city living with beautiful wildflowers from Curtis and Curtis!

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Grow a successful wildflower garden with the Cultivation Experts on your side! We have plenty of helpful resources and over 65 years of industry experience to provide helpful consulting throughout the entire process. For quality results, use quality seeds from the start!

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