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Add a beautiful and ecologically valuable native plant to your landscape with Seedbox (Ludwigia alternifolia), a wetland perennial known for its bright yellow flowers and distinctive cube-shaped seed capsules that appear in late summer and fall. This species brings subtle beauty and strong habitat value to moist and aquatic environments.
Seedbox thrives in wet meadows, pond edges, rain gardens, ditches, and marshy areas. Its long bloom period supports bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects, while the seed capsules provide interest well beyond flowering. With a large seed count, this listing is ideal for restoration projects, large rain gardens, and naturalized plantings.
You will receive:
✔️ 1,000 fresh, viable seeds
✔️ Open-pollinated, untreated seeds
✔️ Carefully packaged for successful sowing
🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Seedbox
Botanical Name: Ludwigia alternifolia
Plant Type: Native perennial wetland wildflower
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Wet to moist soil; tolerates shallow standing water
Height: 2–4 feet
Bloom Time: Mid to late summer
Flower Color: Yellow
Native Range: Eastern & Central North America
Cold Hardiness: USDA zones 4–9
Cold Stratification: Required (30–60 days)
Seedbox grows best in consistently moist or wet soils and is well suited for rain gardens and pond margins. Seeds are best fall sown or cold stratified before spring planting. Plants establish reliably in wet conditions and may self-seed in favorable habitats.
Seedbox – Ludwigia alternifolia, Native Wetland Wildflower | Yellow Summer Blooms (1,000 Seeds)
$9.99