Bluebonnets in bloom and in seed

Here's a quick update on Bluebonnets.

Back in October, I planted bluebonnet seeds in the backyard. That was documented in this post.

It's now late March, and we have got a couple nice patches of bluebonnets in the backyard. Interestingly (although, unsurprisingly), there are a few stray flowers far away from where I distributed the seeds.

From what I've read, the important thing this time of year is ensuring that the flowers go to seed before you mow them to smithereens. However, I've not seen a picture of what that looks like, so I'm posting one.

On the lower half of the plant, you can see the seed pods forming.

The important thing (so I've read) is to let the seed pod dry out and turn brown. Only then can you mow down your spent bluebonnet. That will ensure that the seeds are properly developed and will germinate in the ground next year.

I got my seeds from Native American Seed. They germinated at a high rate. I am pleased. I will be buying more seeds in the fall (but this time will go with a wildflower blend rather than the bluebonnet monocrop).