{"product_id":"biodiversity-amenity-flower-seed-mix-annuals-biennials-perennials-1kg","title":"Biodiversity Amenity Flower Seed Mix – Annuals, Biennials \u0026 Perennials for Pollinators, 1kg","description":"\u003cp\u003eA biodiversity mix of seasonal annuals, biennials and perennials, designed to attract a host of varied fauna including pollinating insects. Its wide range of species gives good adaptability to different growing conditions, and the colour scheme changes through the season depending on which species are in bloom. Combining wildflower and garden flowering species for maximum floral impact, it establishes rapidly to deliver a dazzling display while providing welcome food and shelter for wildlife, bringing colour and life to amenity spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnnuals, biennials and perennials for a changing colour scheme through the season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttracts varied fauna, including pollinating insects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWide species composition adapts well to different growing conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWildflower and garden flowering species combined for maximum floral impact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy to grow, with relatively low inputs needed through the season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA cost-effective way to improve the look of a space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRobust, fast-flowering mixture with long-lasting results\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproves engagement and interaction with the environment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduces water and chemical use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproves biodiversity and creates habitats for insects, small mammals and birds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA valuable source of pollen and nectar for butterflies, bees and other pollinators, whose natural environment is under threat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnly the best quality varieties are selected for consistent results and strong visual impact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhere to sow\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWell suited to a range of soil types and environments, including public green spaces and gardens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid land that is completely shaded or enclosed by trees: most species in the mix need full, or at least half, sunlight to flourish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe species are drought resistant, but some moisture must be present for them to thrive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid spaces prone to weed ingress, such as landfill, farmland or old vacant sites.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhen to sow\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eSow when the soil is warm and moist enough to promote germination, traditionally in spring. Sowing is possible from the end of March or beginning of April, once late spring frosts are over, and can continue until approximately the end of June depending on conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth colspan=\"12\"\u003eApplication Window\u003c\/th\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFeb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApr\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMay\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJul\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAug\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSep\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOct\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNov\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDec\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e✓\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e✓\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e✓\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e✓\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch4\u003ePreparing the ground\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGround preparation is crucial for the best results. Never sow seed onto an area that is already covered, such as into an existing lawn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor optimal germination the soil may need to be worked, prepared and\/or treated before sowing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe seed should be in good contact with the soil and lightly covered.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow to sow\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the seed in its original packaging at normal temperatures (5°C to 20°C) until the day you sow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShake the can or bag to mix the seeds well before sowing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep mixing the seed throughout sowing, by hand or by machine, to achieve an even distribution of plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe ideal sowing method depends on the area being planted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal sowing rate: 3-5 g\/m².\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand sowing usually gives the best results on areas under a few hundred m²; mechanised sowing suits larger areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhere possible use a micro-granule or fertiliser applicator. Lightly cover the seeds and use a suitable roller to achieve good seed-to-soil contact.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA seed drill is also advised.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eFlowering\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth colspan=\"12\"\u003eFlowering Window\u003c\/th\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFeb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApr\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMay\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJul\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAug\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSep\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOct\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNov\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDec\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"5\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"5\"\u003eFlowering period\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch4\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eVery little maintenance is needed. The mix does not need watering, feeding or treating with pesticides. Once established, the small ecosystem it creates sustains the species and lets them thrive freely.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs this mix contains biennials and perennials, if it is to be kept for more than one year, cut back and collect all the top growth before the next spring. Hand weed or spot treat any undesirable species.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eMixture\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003ch4\u003ePerennials\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eColours\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAlpine Rock Cress\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOx-Eye Daisy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite\/Yellow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGarden Tickseed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYellow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCalifornia Poppy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrange\/Yellow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlanket Flower\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRed\/Yellow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePerennial Flax\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlue\/White\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAlpine Forget-me-not\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlue\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch4\u003eAnnuals\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eColours\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePot Marigold\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrange\/Yellow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCorncockle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMauve\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Bugloss\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlue\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch4\u003eBiennials\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eColours\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWallflower\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrange\/Yellow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVipers Bugloss\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlue\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoxglove\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePurple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack Medic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlue\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCanterbury Bells\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMulti colour mix\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Turf Care Pro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58855559037259,"sku":"TCP893","price":341.04,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/0142\/3435\/files\/biodiversity-amenity-flower-seed-mix-1kg-park-bed.jpg?v=1792669418","url":"https:\/\/turfcarepro.co.uk\/products\/biodiversity-amenity-flower-seed-mix-annuals-biennials-perennials-1kg","provider":"Turf Care Pro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}