The new Links Habitat seed mixture contains a selection of UK native perennial wild flower species which are synonymous with sandy links soils which can increase biodiversity to provide an all year round habitat and food source for bees and butterflies.Â
Create a fine friable seedbed down to 150mm in depth. Carry out two equal sowings at right angles to each other and diagonally to main axis. Broadcast manually or use seed drill, rake level and roll. Ensure good seed to soil contact.
Maintenance
Autumn Sown (First year)
March/April
Cut to 70mm if there is sufficient material (sward above 100mm) no later than mid April.
August/September
Cut to 40mm after flowering. In all cases remove clippings.
Maintenance thereafter
March - Mid April
Cut to 70mm no later than mid April
August/September
Cut to 40mm after flowering. in all cases remove clippings.
Spring sown (First year)
August/September
Cut to 40mm after flowering. in all cases remove clippings (Note: a late Spring sowing will result in late flowering.
Maintenance thereafter
March/April
Cut to 70mm no later than mid April.
August/September
Cut to 40mm after flowering. in all cases remove clippings.
For greater detail on all aspects of Wildflower meadow management please refer to our guide to wildflower meadow management.
