What happens after planting wild birdseed?
You can plant wild birdseed mixes in your yard or garden. Seeds that accidentally fall from a bird feeder may also sprout. Collect seeds from these plants once they have grown to provide a continuous supply of birdseed.Wild BirdseedWild birdseed mixes from pet or garden supply stores consist mainly of sunflower seeds, millet, milo and cracked corn. The package should provide a list of ingredients.LocationWhat happens to the seeds will depend in large part on where they end up. Most plants included in birdseed prefer areas with plenty of direct sun and room to grow. Without these conditions, the seeds will not sprout.GerminationOnce planted or scattered on the ground, seeds will begin to germinate if the temperature is warm enough. Nighttime temperatures should be above 36 degrees Fahrenheit, and many plants prefer temperatures in the mid-40s.SproutingAfter germination it make take from 10 to 14 days for the plant to emerge. Some seeds found in wild birdseed, like sunflowers, take up to
