Shady conditions can pose a challenge to many wildflower meadow mixes, but here is a selection of 23 species that are well adapted to shaded woody areas in your region. Not every species included is guaranteed to establish itself, but the ones that do will be well suited to the specific microhabitat on your site. A blend of annual species appear quickly in the first year, while perennial grasses and wildflowers will grow in strength by the second and third seasons and block out future weeds. Watch with joy as your shady wildflower meadow grows and evolves from year to year.