wildflower seed

Probably you could plant wildflower seed in formal rows and sections, and they'd come out just fine. But with wildflowers, the seeds are laid back and easy, and every seed is a little different. One might like nudging up next to a drippy rock; another might thrive in arid soil. One might germinate just great under fallen leaves; another might be resting on top of the ground under the sun and still take root. Some might germinate two years from now. In other words, you can scatter wildflower seeds and they'll likely fare well (unless the birds are unusually hungry - then you want to scratch up the soil a little before sowing). January is not a bad time to sow your seed. The seeds will be so grateful by the time spring warmth arrives, they'll grow in ecstatic profusion, producing fresh oxygen, food for birds and bugs, and stunning beauty.