What should I expect Year 4 and beyond?

Evaluate your native planting on an annual basis going forward as additional native species continue to emerge from your seed planting. Consider a prescribed burn every 3 - 5 years to promote a healthy prairie, remove plant debris, and stimulate new growth to continue filling in any thin areas. Spot mowing or hand pulling on established prairies is preferred over chemical use for weed control due to some herbicides will also kill native wildflowers. If you wish to add diversity, additional wildflowers can be inter-seeded during the dormant period (December - March).