Planting Instructions
How to Plant Earthwise Seed the Right Way
Get step-by-step planting instructions for every Earthwise Seed product, from EcoSeed and MicroClover to wildflower meadows, Seed-Tac, and our GreenBoostâ„¢ lawn food. Follow these guides to give your new eco-friendly lawn or meadow the best possible start.
Guide to Overseeding
Transitioning to an alternative, low-maintenance lawn doesn’t require digging up your yard. Overseeding is the easiest, most eco-friendly way to shift your lawn naturally—season by season.
Alternative Lawn Seed
Learn how to prepare your soil, spread seed, and care for our low-growing
Alternative Lawn Seed mixes so they fill in thick, green, and resilient with far less mowing and water than a traditional turf lawn.
Best for: Low-maintenance yards, family lawns, and eco-friendly front yards.
MicroClover
Step-by-step directions for sowing MicroClover on its own or blended with grass, including the right seeding rates, watering schedule, and mowing height for a soft, kid-friendly and pet-friendly clover lawn.
Best for: Green, self-fertilizing lawns that stay lush with less chemical input.
Wildflower / Meadowscaping
Turn bare or unused areas into colorful meadows with our wildflower and meadowscaping mixes. This guide covers site prep, seeding methods, weed management, and what to expect in year one and beyond.
Best for: Pollinators, birds, and low-maintenance beauty.
Seed-Tac Organic Tackifier
Learn exactly how to mix and apply Seed-Tac on slopes, bare patches, and erosion-prone areas so your seed stays in place, stays moist longer, and germinates evenly.
Best for: Sloped lawns and high-erosion spots.
GreenBoost Lawn Food
Learn when and how to apply GreenBoostâ„¢ to new and existing lawns and meadows to build living, biologically active soil without synthetic chemicals.
Best for: Feeding Earthwise lawns, MicroClover, and wildflower areas.
Creeping Thyme
Creeping Thyme forms a dense, aromatic carpet that softens paths, spills between stepping stones, and replaces traditional turf in low-traffic areas.
Best for: Between stepping stones, walkway edges, slopes and sunny banks, low-traffic lawn alternatives, and rock gardens
Planting FAQs
When is the best time to plant Earthwise Seed?
In most regions, cool-season planting is ideal—spring and fall when soil is workable and moisture is naturally higher. Each instruction page includes timing tips based on your climate.
Do I need fertilizer for my new lawn or meadow?
Many of our mixes thrive in lean soils, but a light application of GreenBoostâ„¢ after establishment can improve root growth, color, and long-term soil health.
How much seed do I need?
Seeding rates vary by mix and whether you’re overseeding or starting from bare ground. Check the specific planting guide for recommended pounds per 1,000 sq. ft.
Earthwise Seed Company specializes in low-mow alternative lawns, MicroClover lawns, native meadows, and pollinator-friendly mixes. Use these planting instructions as your go-to guide for creating a healthier, more sustainable yard.