Description
The Easy Grow wildflower mix is perfect for the beginner. The included species are proven growers in gardens and meadows alike, creating swathes of vibrant colour and providing sustenance for beneficial pollinators.
The mix contains 100% native Irish wildflowers.
This mixture will suit nearly every soil situation in Ireland, apart from soils that dry out.
Species List:
Birdsfoot Trefoil, Black Meddick, Cowslip, Devil's Bit Scabious, Lesser Knapweed, Meadowsweet, Ox-eye Daisy, Red Clover, Ribwort Plantain, Purple Loosestrife, Selfheal, Wild Carrot, Yarrow, Yellow Rattle. Mullein, Lady's Bedstraw, St Johnswort, and 40% annuals Corn Marigold, Corn Poppy, Corncockle, Cornflower, Scented Mayweed.
Maintenance:
From the second year onwards, you can tailor the look of your meadow by cutting short at the front of the meadow, leaving medium height growth in the centre, and leaving it to grow tall at the back.
The whole meadow can be cut in spring, while lower sections can be cut during or after the summer. You can also cut just once a year if you wish for a more uniform look.
pH range: Suits all soils, but if your soil is high pH (alkaline) it is best to choose another mix.
Aspect: Sunny
Life Cycle: Contains Annuals, Biennials & Perennials.
Height Range: 30cm - 140cm, depending on cutting
Flowering Period: May to July, to September
Fertility Range: Will grow on any soil that doesn't dry out. The less fertile the soil, the smaller the growth, and less cutting will be required. The more fertile the soil, the taller the meadow will grow and the more cutting it will need.
Sowing rate: 1.5 grams per metre (without added grass)
If mixing with grass seed, use 1.5 grams of wildflower and 1.5 grams of grass (up to 6 grams of grass seed).
Nurse Crop: A nurse crop is not required.