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Northern Wildflowers

Northern Wildflowers is a specialty supplier of native plant seeds and Canadian-grown heirloom vegetable seeds, based in Sudbury Ontario.

Our mission is to provide Canadian gardeners with the tools to do their part in continuing to regreen the landscape, starting with their very own backyards. We offer over 200 species of native wildflower and heirloom vegetable seeds. All of our seed are non-GMO, open pollinated and ecologically farmed or ethically collected from local seed sources. We do not use any chemicals on our products whats

oever. We offer custom wild seed collection services for commercial growers and naturalized landscape consulting both on a commercial and residential basis.

09/24/2025

What are your favourite uses for green tomatoes? Asking for myself...

We had been getting some cold nights so started to harvest things a little bit on the side of caution, picking fruits early or under-ripe, and are glad we did since the frost came this past weekend. Since we're not in our demo garden every day, sometimes we miss things. Nevertheless, we have harvested quite a lot of food out of this little garden this summer!

Coming soon is some more garden planning and layout content to help some of you plan for next spring. Let us know any questions you have about the vegetable garden and we'll try to cover them soon!

09/23/2025

Fall Veggie Seed Sale on Now – Up to 40% Off! 🥦🥬🥒🍅🥬🥕

Stock up now and save big on heirloom vegetable seeds grown by Canadian farmers. All varieties are carefully selected to thrive in Canadian gardens. Get up to 40% off until October 20, 2025.

Shop the sale: https://northernwildflowers.ca/collections/fruit-and-vegetable-seeds

Priced as marked in our online store. Valid while supplies last. Cannot be combined with other offers or discounts. Promotion subject to changes.

09/22/2025

Today marks the first day of fall. From this point in the Northern Hemisphere, daylight hours gradually shorten as we move toward winter. This shift in light and temperature triggers important seasonal responses in nature. Deciduous trees begin breaking down chlorophyll, revealing the red, orange, and yellow pigments in their leaves. Many bird species respond to day length by migrating south, while insects and mammals prepare for overwintering. Late-blooming plants such as goldenrods and asters provide essential late-season nectar and pollen, supporting pollinators during this critical transition period.

How do you mark the Autumn Equinox?

09/21/2025

💙 Say hello to Great Blue Lobelia (Lobelia siphilitica), one of our native wildflowers that truly stands out in the garden.

These tall, spiky perennials bloom in late summer to early fall with vibrant blue flowers that are irresistible to pollinators. Bees, butterflies, and even hummingbirds flock to them for their rich nectar, making them a keystone species for supporting local ecosystems.

Great Blue Lobelia prefers moist soils and partial to full sun, often thriving along streams, wet meadows, and low-lying garden spots. They’re not just beautiful—they help stabilize soil, support pollinators, and add vertical interest to any native plant garden.

https://northernwildflowers.ca/products/great-blue-lobelia

09/20/2025

Time for our annual Goldenrod appreciation post! Goldenrods play a critical ecological role by providing abundant late-season nectar and pollen resources for native bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. their seeds serve as a food source for finches and sparrows, while their dense growth offers habitat and overwintering sites for insects and small mammals, enhancing biodiversity, especially in disturbed ecosystems.

While Canada Goldenrod can spread aggressively in certain settings, many other native goldenrod species are a safer choice for gardens and smaller landscapes. Species such as Gray Goldenrod (Solidago nemoralis) offer the same ecological benefits to pollinators while maintaining a more compact growth habit, making them excellent choices for managed habitats.

Goldenrods are also frequently and mistakenly blamed for triggering seasonal allergies. In reality, their pollen grains are relatively large, sticky, and insect-pollinated, making them unlikely to become airborne or irritate human sinuses. The true culprit is ragweed, a wind-pollinated non-native plant that flowers at the same time and produces abundant, lightweight pollen capable of traveling long distances through the air.

We currently only stock seeds for these two species of goldenrod in our online store, but Zigzag Goldenrod is another common choice for native gardens.
https://northernwildflowers.ca/search?q=goldenrod

09/19/2025

🌶️ The September pepper wave is here! Our Long Red Cayenne seeds are producing vibrant, fiery fruits just in time for fall.

These long, slender peppers are full of heat and flavor, perfect for drying, cooking, or adding a kick to your favorite dishes. September is peak harvest season, and there is nothing quite like picking these sun-ripened gems straight from your garden. We didn't quite plant enough cayennes to dry and make dried ground cayenne, but we will be enjoying lots fresh this month!

https://northernwildflowers.ca/products/pepper-long-red-cayenne

09/18/2025

🍂 Nature knows best, so let her do the work

Our updated fall planting blog post, Nature's Way is the Easy Way: Planting Wildflowers in Fall, is live.

Here’s why fall is the perfect time to sow wildflower seeds:

• Seeds naturally drop in autumn and many need winter’s chill and freeze/thaw cycles to wake up strong in spring
• Skip the fridge trick and let nature cold stratify for you
• Plant between first frost and when the ground freezes solid.
• Prep your site, scatter the seeds, gently press them in. No need for rich soil or mulch
• Come spring, expect earlier blooms, happy pollinators and fewer issues with pests

Ready to add some native perennials to your garden this fall? Tap the link to read the full guide and fall planting tips 🌼

https://northernwildflowers.ca/blogs/our-blog/updated-fall-planting

09/17/2025

New England Asters - a fall favourite!🌼 Monarch-approved 🦋 These late bloomers feed pollinators when they need it most and bring so much joy to autumn days.

https://northernwildflowers.ca/collections/shop-seeds/products/new-england-aster

And yes, a bit of colour variation is normal in blooms of all kinds, some may appear more cool-purple and some warmer like the ones pictured.

09/16/2025

This past Sunday, we had the joy of spending the afternoon at Manidoo Bineshii Dreams, an inspiring eco art studio with medicine gardens and a food forest. What began as an informal gathering and tour quickly grew into something deeper, a day of connection and learning.

Together, we shared stories about our own gardens, listened to Manidoo’s dream and mission for the space, and rolled up our sleeves to help with a bit of maintenance and planting. We planted cedar trees, helped harvest some white sage, and tended to the garden paths.

It was such a gift to gather, learn from one another, and experience the vision that Manidoo is growing for her community. We left with full hearts, dirt under our nails, and so much appreciation for the wisdom, generosity, and beauty that was shared.

✨ A huge thank you to everyone who came out, and especially to Manidoo for opening the space and inviting us into your world.

09/15/2025

Why cook when you can wander through the garden snacking on handfuls of cherry tomatoes and ground cherries?

Napa Chardonnay Tomato:
https://northernwildflowers.ca/collections/fruit-and-vegetable-seeds/products/napa-chardonnay-tomato
Ground Cherry:
https://northernwildflowers.ca/collections/fruit-and-vegetable-seeds/products/ground-cherry-organic

09/14/2025

We love getting updates on how our bulk seed mixes are being used to create vibrant pollinator habitats across Canada! Here is an update on a project started in 2023.

South Nation Conservation, with support from Syngenta Canada’s Operation Pollinator project, has established a 0.75-acre pollinator meadow near Wi******er, Ontario. The land, owned by South Nation Conservation and leased to a local farmer for crop production, was the perfect spot: it squared off the field, created a wider buffer between crops and the South Nation River, and provided a place for local beekeepers to host hives.

✨ How it was done:
After a corn crop in 2023, the field was lightly disked and the Northern Wildflowers seed mix was hand-sown over a light dusting of snow in November. The snow made it easy to see the seed distribution, and a roller ensured good seed-to-soil contact.
In 2024, the meadow was mowed twice at knee-height to suppress unwanted vegetation.
By 2025, growth was so strong that South Nation Conservation decided to let the native plants flower and thrive instead of mowing again.

🌱 The results:
21 of 24 seeded species have been identified at the site in the second year of growth.
Monarchs, bees, and a variety of pollinators are already visiting the meadow.
Long term, the site will be routinely mowed during dormancy to prevent trees and shrubs from taking over.

We’re thrilled to see such excellent results and can’t wait to watch this pollinator haven continue to flourish! 🌸✨

09/13/2025

Come visit us NEXT WEEKEND at the Anderson Farm Fall Fair (Lively ON - right here at home)! 🍁🍂

Saturday, September 20th we will be at Anderson Farm Museum, right here in Lively. Whether you come for our FREE Seed Bomb Workshop, the Car Show, Live Entertainment, Farmers Market, or the Vendors, come say hi at our booth! We will be selling seeds at our booth too if you want to shop for your fall planting needs!

See you there!

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Greater Sudbury, ON

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

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http://northernwildflowers.ca/

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Our mission is to provide Canadians with the tools to do their part in continuing to regreen the landscape, starting with their very own backyards. We offer over 50 species of native wildflower seed that ship Canada-wide through our online store. All of our seeds are non-GMO, open pollinated and ethically collected from cultivated and wild local seed sources. We do not use any chemicals on our products whatsoever. We offer bulk seed mixes, custom wild seed collection and naturalized landscape consulting both on a commercial and residential basis. Follow us on Facebook or Instagram for news on new varieties, events and promotions (@northern_wildflowers).