Nordic Mix

Specially designed for the cold and harsh climates of Quebec and Canada

The Nordic Mix was developed to provide resilient, attractive, and ecological vegetation in areas exposed to extreme climatic conditions: prolonged cold, repeated frost, poor soils, and short growing seasons.
Each species has been carefully selected for its cold hardiness, ecological value, and ability to support northern biodiversity, while minimizing maintenance requirements.

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🌸 Main Composition

• Swamp Milkweed (Asclepias incarnata) – Native plant essential for monarch butterflies; nectar-rich summer blooms.

• Dwarf Raspberry (Rubus pubescens) – Hardy groundcover perennial; stabilizes slopes and feeds local wildlife.

• Western Yarrow (Achillea millefolium var. occidentalis) – Floriferous, drought-tolerant, and highly cold-hardy.

• Sheep Fescue (Festuca ovina) – Dense, fine-textured grass adapted to dry soils and harsh climates.

• Micro Clover (Trifolium repens var. micro) – Low-growing nitrogen fixer that improves soil structure and health.

• Baby Blue Eyes (Nemophila menziesii) – Annual with soft blue flowers that attract pollinators.

• Sweet Alyssum (Lobularia maritima) – Fragrant groundcover that supports beneficial insects.

• Perennial Daisy (Bellis perennis) – Hardy and frost-resistant; provides early-season blooms.

• German Chamomile (Matricaria recutita) – Medicinal and melliferous; tolerates temperature fluctuations.

• Perennial Ryegrass (Lolium perenne) – Ensures rapid ground cover even in cold climates.

• Dwarf White Clover (Trifolium repens var. nana) – Compact, robust, and suited to compact, cold soils.

• Phlox “Cherry Caramel” (Phlox drummondii) – Hardy ornamental annual adding warm, vibrant tones to northern landscapes.

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🌍 Ecological Benefits

• Withstands intense cold, frost, and poor soils

• Promotes pollination and floral diversity in boreal climates

• Helps stabilize soil and support natural regeneration of open habitats

• Requires minimal maintenance and no chemical treatments

• Delivers long-lasting, colorful blooms despite short growing seasons

This mix reflects the commitment of Semence Canada and Unifor to an ecological transition adapted to the North—where biodiversity and resilience form the foundation of a living, sustainable landscape.

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🌱 A Partnership for Ecological Transition

As part of the broader energy and ecological transition movement, Semence Canada has partnered with the Canadian union Unifor to implement a pilot greening project in the Laurentians region.

This partnership aims to green living and working environments, restore local biodiversity, and demonstrate how nature can become a concrete driver of energy transition in Quebec and across Canada.

For this project, Semence Canada developed an exclusive range of in-house seed mixes, carefully designed and tested to adapt to diverse environments and climatic conditions:

• 🌾 All-Purpose Mix – Versatile, resilient, and suited to most Quebec soils and climates

• 🌿 Urban Mix – Formulated for parks, institutional grounds, rooftops, and urban green spaces

• 🌱 Green Manure Mix – Regenerates soils, improves structure, enhances water retention, and captures carbon

• 🍃 Temperate Mix – Ideal for mild or variable climates, promoting natural plant diversity

• ❄️ Nordic Mix – Specifically designed for the cold, rigorous climates of Quebec and Canada, composed of hardy species capable of withstanding prolonged frost and short growing seasons

These mixes—made from local, climate-adapted seeds—strengthen ecological resilience and reduce the energy footprint associated with maintaining green spaces.

Together, Semence Canada and Unifor are joining forces to lay the groundwork for a just and sustainable energy transition—where every seed planted becomes an investment in the future, for workers, communities, and the planet.