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Roadside & Roundabouts Wildflowers - All Questions
Hello , I have a am area that had gravel on , I have ordered some turf to make into grass area could I put the roundabout/verge seed onto the turf, I just want to feel the grass beneath my feet and sit among wildflowers, it’s only a sm area and I haven’t a lot off money but so want to feel among nature , think it’s the best thing for the soul /wildlife, thank you for taking time to read my question best wishes x
Question by: Julie on 8 Apr 2021, 22:13
Hi Julie
Thank you for getting in touch.
If you are planning to sow wildflower seed, I would first recommend that wherever you plan to sow it, you remove the existing grass / any weeds that are in the area.
You can sow wildflower seed into an existing grass lawn, but it has varying degrees of success, so it isn't something we recommend. The existing grass would choke out the wildflower seeds and would eventually take over. Once you have cleared the bed of the existing grass / weeds, it is safe to sow your wildflower seed into this area. We do wildflower mixes with grass and some without - the main reason for including grass is to create a sustainable habitat for wildlife and to prevent weeds growing as the grass grows up and creates a nursery for the wildflowers.
If you are looking for ornamental wildflowers (just for show) they provide a habitat for bees and pollinators while they are in bloom but not throughout the year.
Thank you for getting in touch.
If you are planning to sow wildflower seed, I would first recommend that wherever you plan to sow it, you remove the existing grass / any weeds that are in the area.
You can sow wildflower seed into an existing grass lawn, but it has varying degrees of success, so it isn't something we recommend. The existing grass would choke out the wildflower seeds and would eventually take over. Once you have cleared the bed of the existing grass / weeds, it is safe to sow your wildflower seed into this area. We do wildflower mixes with grass and some without - the main reason for including grass is to create a sustainable habitat for wildlife and to prevent weeds growing as the grass grows up and creates a nursery for the wildflowers.
If you are looking for ornamental wildflowers (just for show) they provide a habitat for bees and pollinators while they are in bloom but not throughout the year.
Answer by: Roisin McCann on 9 Apr 2021, 09:17
Hi, I live on a hill and have several large sloping sections of garden leading down to hedgerow. I would like to manage the sections to encourage wildlife and cut down on maintenance. One section is approximately 25x10mts the other section is 100x10mts. Any help would be very welcome. Best - Mark
Question by: Mark Thomas on 25 Jul 2021, 10:38
Hi Mark, feel free to email any pictures of the area to [email protected] and we can make a few recommendations on mixes and also advise on preparation and sowing.
Answer by: Roisin McCann on 26 Jul 2021, 13:44