Uvularia sessilifolia

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Uvularia sessilifolia

Common Name: Wild Oats

Wild Oats is a delicate woodland wildflower that grows 4 to 12 inches tall. It produces small, pale yellow, nodding flowers in early spring, often before the forest canopy fully develops. Found in deciduous forests and shaded slopes, this species thrives in well-drained soils. It is an excellent choice for naturalized woodland gardens and shaded native plantings. Its narrow, arching leaves and dainty flowers provide subtle beauty to the early-season landscape.

Characteristics

Type Forb
Sun Partial Sun, Shade
Soil Clay, Loam, Sand/Gravel, Peat, Calcareous
Moisture Dry, Mesic, Wet
Average Max Height (inches) 10
Suggested Plant Spacing (inches) 12
Bloom month(s) April, May, June
Bloom Color or Type White, Yellow
Dominance Low

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Sowing Information

For most homeowners, the recommended method is to hand-broadcast seed at a minimum rate of 16–64 PLS (Pure Live Seed) ounces per acre. To ensure even coverage, broadcast the seed in perpendicular passes across the site. Grass seed should be broadcast first and lightly raked into the soil. Afterward, apply a light mulch layer using clean, seed-free straw or, preferably, our native Little Bluestem straw, available at our retail garden centers. Once mulching is complete, broadcast native wildflower seed over the area without raking it in. A good rainfall or thorough watering will provide sufficient soil contact for successful germination.

Planting Information

Dig a hole in your planting site slightly larger than the plant’s root system. When placing the plant into the hole, ensure that the soil line remains consistent with its original level in the pot. Fill in around the roots with the excavated soil, gently firming it to eliminate air pockets. Water the plant thoroughly the same day to promote successful establishment.