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Mule's Ears Seeds (Wyethia)

Wyethia amplexicaulis

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In late spring, Mule's Ears (Wyethia amplexicaulis) begin to open, with large yellow flowers accenting bright green lance-shaped leaves and attracting pollinators from miles around. Plant the seeds of this Western native wildflower to grow a carpet of sunshine and deep root systems that help prevent erosion., At High Country Gardens, all seeds are non-GMO, neonicotinoid-free, and guaranteed to grow. Perennial.

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Description

(12-32" tall) Pluck one of the bright green leaves and imagine it perched on a mule's head, and you'll quickly see how the Mule's Ears plant got its name. What the name doesn't describe is how bright and cheerful the sunflower-like blossoms are! Mule's Ears blooms from late spring to early summer with large yellow flowers that attract butterflies, bees, and birds. The plant thrives in full sun and adapts to most soil types, as long as they're well-drained. In its native habitat on open hillsides and meadows in the Mountain West, Mule's Ears forms dense stands that not only bloom beautifully, but also provide cover for birds and small mammals. The plant's extensive root system holds soil in place, helping prevent erosion. Grow a carpet of sunshine!

Planting & Care

Step-by-Step Wildflower Seed Planting Instructions

  1. Check for your last frost date and plant after this has passed. Choose a
    spot on your property that gets 6 or more hours of direct sun a day unless you are planting seeds for shade.
  2. Prepare your soil by clearing the area of all existing growth. Simply dig up everything that is growing, turn the soil and rake the area flat. If this is an area that has never before been gardened, you may need to till the area up to remove growth.
  3. Mix the seeds with sand* for better visibility and scatter the seeds directly on top of the soil. If you are sowing a larger area, we recommend using a seed spreader; if not, you can sow by hand.
  4. We recommend lightly compressing the seeds into the soil, making sure not to bury them. You can either walk on them, use a board or if you are sowing a larger area, rent a seed roller.
  5. Water so that the soil is moist, not soaking wet, until the seedlings are about 4-6" tall. After that, the seedlings will survive on natural rains. If you are experiencing very dry weather, we recommend watering occasionally.

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Key Features

Advantages

  • Bee Friendly
  • Attracts Butterflies
  • Attracts Birds
  • Native

Life Cycle

Perennial

Light Requirements

  • Full Sun

Bloom Time

Late spring to early summer

Additional information

Soil Moisture

  • Average
  • Dry

Water Tolerance

Low-Water

Soil Type

  • Average Soil
  • Well-Drained Soil
  • Compost Enriched Garden Loam Soil
  • Sandy Soil

Mature Height

12-32" tall

Seed Coverage

1 oz covers 85 sq ft
1/4 lb covers 340 sq ft
1 lb covers 1,360 sq ft
32 lb covers an acre

Seeds Per Pound

27,000

Growing Zones

  • Zone 4
  • Zone 5
  • Zone 6
  • Zone 7
  • Zone 8
  • Zone 9

Ideal Region

  • Midwest
  • Northeast
  • Pacific Northwest
  • Southeast
  • Southwest
  • West

Non-GMO

No

Ships As

Seed
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