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Is 0.15 kg of seed correct for 10m long by 3M wide garden?
Question by: Marguerite Broadley on 19 Apr 2021, 12:48
Hi Marguerite
Yes, that is correct. T he recommended spreading rate for the wildflower is 5g per m2
Yes, that is correct. T he recommended spreading rate for the wildflower is 5g per m2
Answer by: Roisin McCann on 19 Apr 2021, 13:16
I have started to remove turf and top soil in order to provide a bed for the meadow seed. I find that beneath the turf and soil is I thick geo fabric. Should I remove the fabric?
Question by: Nigel Maguire on 3 Sept 2021, 12:07
Hi Nigel, it really depends on deep the seedbed is. If it is quite shallow then yes it is probably best to remove, however if you have a depth of at least 15cm then it shouldn't be an issue.
Answer by: Roisin McCann on 3 Sept 2021, 13:19
We are thinking of seeding our 20m x 10m front lawn with wild flower seeds and wanted to get some advice. The lawn is of poor quality with a great deal of moss, clover, daisies and some wild flowers. I was intending to use a petrol scarifier to really give the lawn a thorough de-thatch and then scatter som Simply Wildflowers seeds. Do you think this enough preparation or should I be doing more?
Thanks in advance
Thanks in advance
Question by: Paul Streeter on 17 Mar 2022, 11:20
Hi there, thanks for your question. I have included our recommended preparation guide ahead of sowing wildflowers, which is hope is helpful to you.
When sowing any wildflower mix, we recommend removing any existing grass, weeds and flora from the area as this will prevent the seed from establishing. You should then:
● Further remove the top 5-10cm to reduce soil fertility
● Allow the area to cultivate for several weeks, and remove any weeds that may pop in the area during this time
● Do not be tempted to add top soil, compost or fertiliser to the area - wildflowers prefer low nutrient conditions
● After the cultivation period ensure to remove stones or any other debris and rake the area to create a fine, friable and level seedbed
● Scatter the seed at a rate of 5g per m2
● Rake the seed so that it is in amongst the soil
● Water the just-sown wildflower seed well
● If sowing in drought conditions, water as required to keep the area moist in the first 6 weeks after sowing
When sowing any wildflower mix, we recommend removing any existing grass, weeds and flora from the area as this will prevent the seed from establishing. You should then:
● Further remove the top 5-10cm to reduce soil fertility
● Allow the area to cultivate for several weeks, and remove any weeds that may pop in the area during this time
● Do not be tempted to add top soil, compost or fertiliser to the area - wildflowers prefer low nutrient conditions
● After the cultivation period ensure to remove stones or any other debris and rake the area to create a fine, friable and level seedbed
● Scatter the seed at a rate of 5g per m2
● Rake the seed so that it is in amongst the soil
● Water the just-sown wildflower seed well
● If sowing in drought conditions, water as required to keep the area moist in the first 6 weeks after sowing
Answer by: Martin Muldoon on 17 Mar 2022, 14:29
I purchased the beginners wildflower seed and sowed them in September.
I see you are meant to mow by the middle of April?
What should i do if the height is nowhere near 10cms?? Help please!
I see you are meant to mow by the middle of April?
What should i do if the height is nowhere near 10cms?? Help please!
Question by: Irene Andrew on 25 Mar 2022, 16:40
Hi Irene,
Thank you for your enquiry. We have emailed to ask you for some photos so we can see how your wildflower meadow is coming along and hopefully identify some species due to bloom soon for you.
Look forward to speaking to you soon
Many Thanks
Roisin
Thank you for your enquiry. We have emailed to ask you for some photos so we can see how your wildflower meadow is coming along and hopefully identify some species due to bloom soon for you.
Look forward to speaking to you soon
Many Thanks
Roisin
Answer by: Anna Crockard on 28 Mar 2022, 16:20
An area in semi shade. Grass won't grow as poor soil and limited moisture. Thinking of sowing mid September. Believe I hopefully will need to cut in April. Do I leave on the ground for a couple of days the rake up? All advise possible for this novice.
Question by: Anthony on 16 Aug 2022, 08:26
Hi Anthony, thank you for your question.
A wildflower meadow is a great addition to any garden or lawn. It is relatively low maintenance, and they will establish in poor soils where the nutrient content isn’t the best.
If the area is in partial/dappled shade, you could look into trying our SIMPLY: Wildflowers, Flowering Meadow or Bees & Pollinators mixes.
If the area is very shady, you could look into our wildflower mix specifically for shaded areas, Shaded Area Wildflowers. This mix consists of annual and perennial wildflowers and grasses that will tolerate damp and shaded areas.
Autumn is an ideal time to sow wildflowers as the seeds need to undergo the process of stratification (a freeze) to kick start their germination. In March / April time, make sure there is sufficient material to mow – your wildflowers/grasses should be at a height of 10cm. If your wildflowers are at this height, mow to 7cm no later than mid-April, to help encourage perennial species to spread.
Here is our step by step guide on how to prep and sow a wildflower meadow.
1. Remove any existing grass, plants or flora from the area where you plan to sow your wildflower seed. Failure to do this will produce poor results
2. Further, remove the top 5-10cm to reduce soil fertility
3. Allow the area to cultivate for several weeks, and remove any weeds that may pop in the area during this time
4. Do not be tempted to add topsoil, compost or fertiliser to the area - wildflowers prefer low nutrient conditions
5. After the cultivation period ensure to remove stones or any other debris and rake the area to create a fine, friable and level seedbed
6. Scatter the seed at a rate of 5g per m2
7. Rake the seed so that it is in amongst the soil
8. Water the just-sown wildflower seed well
If sowing in drought conditions, water is required to keep the area moist in the first 6 weeks after sowing.
We do have a few blog posts on our website that go into more detail on sowing wildflowers and wildflower management. Here are some links you may like to check out:
https://thegrasspeople.com/establish-wildflower-meadow/
https://thegrasspeople.com/manage-wildflower-meadow
A wildflower meadow is a great addition to any garden or lawn. It is relatively low maintenance, and they will establish in poor soils where the nutrient content isn’t the best.
If the area is in partial/dappled shade, you could look into trying our SIMPLY: Wildflowers, Flowering Meadow or Bees & Pollinators mixes.
If the area is very shady, you could look into our wildflower mix specifically for shaded areas, Shaded Area Wildflowers. This mix consists of annual and perennial wildflowers and grasses that will tolerate damp and shaded areas.
Autumn is an ideal time to sow wildflowers as the seeds need to undergo the process of stratification (a freeze) to kick start their germination. In March / April time, make sure there is sufficient material to mow – your wildflowers/grasses should be at a height of 10cm. If your wildflowers are at this height, mow to 7cm no later than mid-April, to help encourage perennial species to spread.
Here is our step by step guide on how to prep and sow a wildflower meadow.
1. Remove any existing grass, plants or flora from the area where you plan to sow your wildflower seed. Failure to do this will produce poor results
2. Further, remove the top 5-10cm to reduce soil fertility
3. Allow the area to cultivate for several weeks, and remove any weeds that may pop in the area during this time
4. Do not be tempted to add topsoil, compost or fertiliser to the area - wildflowers prefer low nutrient conditions
5. After the cultivation period ensure to remove stones or any other debris and rake the area to create a fine, friable and level seedbed
6. Scatter the seed at a rate of 5g per m2
7. Rake the seed so that it is in amongst the soil
8. Water the just-sown wildflower seed well
If sowing in drought conditions, water is required to keep the area moist in the first 6 weeks after sowing.
We do have a few blog posts on our website that go into more detail on sowing wildflowers and wildflower management. Here are some links you may like to check out:
https://thegrasspeople.com/establish-wildflower-meadow/
https://thegrasspeople.com/manage-wildflower-meadow
Answer by: Helen McGale on 16 Aug 2022, 10:26
Hello, how long will the seed stay viable for, as only part of my garden is currently ready for sowing? Buying a kg would be much more cost effective, but I will only be able to sow some this year. Will it still be OK to sow the rest next year? Thank you.
Question by: Kara on 30 Sept 2022, 13:10
Hi Kara,
Thank you for your enquiry.
Our seed is all fresh so will be good for about 12 months, likely 18 in reality but the less time that passes the better!
Therefore if you store it in a cool, dry place and away from pests and it should be fine to sow next year
Thank you for your enquiry.
Our seed is all fresh so will be good for about 12 months, likely 18 in reality but the less time that passes the better!
Therefore if you store it in a cool, dry place and away from pests and it should be fine to sow next year
Answer by: Colm Hicks on 30 Sept 2022, 13:35
Can I put this all over my lawn and mix with clover too? Will this be okay to replace my lawn? I have two dogs!
Question by: Octavia Holman on 17 Sept 2023, 01:16
Thank you for your question.
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 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.
Answer by: Roisin McCann (Admin) on 18 Sept 2023, 09:53