For squares or rectangles: length (in feet) x width (in feet) = square feet
For example, a garden that measures 50 ft x 30 ft = 1500 sq. ft.
For circles: radius (in feet) x radius x 3.14 = square feet
For example, a circular garden that is 20 feet wide has a radius of 10 feet. 10 x 10 x 3.14 = 314 sq. ft.
(The mathematical formula for the area of a circle is Π r2 - the symbol Π is pronounced Pi and represents approximately 3.142, and r2 represents the radius squared.)
3. Find the amount of seeds you need
The amount of seeds you should plant depends on the flower arrangement you want. We generally recommend planting on the taller side for a lush meadow. Plant on the shorter side for a more spread out look.
For individual species: Recommended ratios vary widely from species to species. Please refer to the product page or contact us if you have questions.
For wildflower mixes: see table below.
THIS LARGE AMOUNT OF SEEDS COVERS... |
THIS AMOUNT OF SQUARE FOOTAGE |
1/4 lb |
250 - 500 sq. ft. |
1/2 lb |
500 - 1,000 sq. ft. |
1 lb |
1,000 - 2,000 sq. ft. |
5 lbs |
5,000 - 10,000 sq. ft. |
10 lbs |
10,000 - 25,000 sq. ft. |
Acreage
- 1 Acre = 43,000 sq.ft.
- 1/2 Acre = 21,500 sq. ft.
- 1/4 Acre = 10,750 sq.ft.
- 1/10 Acre = 4,300 sq. ft.
Tips for larger plantings: If you have a large site, 1/2 acre to several acres, your planting rate may be affected by ground conditions. If you have a lot of weeds on the site now, some erosion, generally poor soil, or other soil problems, additional seed is often the most economical solution, as installing a large planting usually costs more than the seed itself. If your site has these problems and you want thorough coverage, use 1 pound per 1000 square feet.