Bees and Butterfly Wildflower Seed BSBP 100%
Wildflower seeds for bees. Use this wildflower seed mixture to attract bees, butterflies and other insects. The BSBP 100% Bees & Butterfly Wildflower Seed mix is designed to provide maximum pollen and nectar. Creates a beautiful meadow and wildlife habitat.
- Contains 24 species from the RHS "Perfect For Pollinators" list.
- Also includes 'super-pollinators' borage, sainfoin, red and white clover to encourage a wide range of pollinating insects.
- Inclusion of annuals species provides colour in the first year, plus yellow rattle and wide range of perennial species.
- Perfect for creating a long lasting meadow and wildlife habitat.
- Sow at 3 grams per sq/m - 1kg covers 330sq/m
- Mixture contents and information (Image taken Aug, sown March)
Mixture Specification
| Common Name | Latin Name | Quantity | Flowers | Height | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Agrimony, Common | Agrimonia eupatoria | 1% | Jun - Sep | 50-150cm | Perennial |
| 2 | Borage | Borago officinalis | 7% | Aug-Sep | 60-80cm | Annual |
| 3 | Clary, Wild | Salvia verbenaca | 4% | May-Aug | 30-40cm | Perennial |
| 4 | Clover, Red | Trifolium pratense | 3% | May-Sep | 20-60cm | Perennial |
| 5 | Clover, White | Trifolium repens | 1% | Jun-Sep | 15-20cm | Perennial |
| 6 | Corn Cockle | Agrostemma githago | 8% | May-Aug | 50-70cm | Annual |
| 7 | Cornflower | Centaurea cyanus | 6% | Jun-Oct | 20-80cm | Annual |
| 8 | Daisy, Ox-eye | Leucanthemum vulgare | 5% | May-Sep | 20-100cm | Perennial |
| 9 | Foxglove, Wild | Digitalis purpurea | 3% | Jun-Aug | 50-100cm | Biennial |
| 10 | Knapweed, Common | Centaurea nigra | 6% | Jun-Sep | 30-80cm | Perennial |
| 11 | Knapweed, Greater | Centaurea scabiosa | 5% | Jun-Sep | 50-90cm | Perennial |
| 12 | Loosestrife, Purple | Lythrum salicaria | 1% | Jun-Sep | 100-200cm | Perennial |
| 13 | Marjoram, Wild | Origanum vulgare | 1% | Jul-Oct | 20-50cm | Perennial |
| 14 | Meadow Cranesbil | Geranium pratense | 1% | May-Aug | 40-60cm | Perennial |
| 15 | Musk Mallow | Malva moschata | 5% | May-Sep | 20-150cm | Perennial |
| 16 | Poppy, Common | Papaver rhoeas | 5% | May-Jul | 50-70cm | Annual |
| 17 | Ragged Robin | Lychnis flos-cuculi | 2% | May-Aug | 30-90cm | Perennial |
| 18 | Sainfoin | Onobrychis viciifolia | 7% | Jul-Sep | 30-40cm | Perennial |
| 19 | Scabious, Field | Knautia arvensis | 7% | Jul-Sep | 30-200cm | Perennial |
| 20 | Scabious, Small | Scabiosa columbaria | 3% | Jul-Aug | 20-60cm | Perennial |
| 21 | Teasel | Dipsacus fullonum | 1% | Jul-Aug | 100-200cm | Biennial |
| 22 | Trefoil, Bird's-foot | Lotus corniculatus | 2% | Jun-Aug | 10-40cm | Perennial |
| 23 | Vetch, Kidney | Anthyllis vulneraria | 2% | May-Oct | 15-50cm | Perennial |
| 24 | Viper's Bugloss | Echium vulgare | 2% | May-Oct | 50-100cm | Biennial |
| 25 | Yarrow | Achillea millefolium | 5% | Jun-Oct | 20-100cm | Perennial |
| 26 | Yellow Rattle | Rhinanthus minor | 7% | Jun-Sep | 20-50cm | Annual |
FAQs
What are the benefits of having bees and butterflies in your garden?
Bees and butterflies are vital to our ecosystem, to help pollinate crops, control pests and improve the overall quality of plants and crops.
The world’s food production is deeply reliant on insects for pollination. Creating a wildflower meadow in your garden or open space can help support the bees and butterflies population and therefore help local agriculture thrive.
If you are a keen gardener, bees and butterflies bring many benefits to your garden, by enhancing the quality and appearance of your plants (including fruits and vegetables in your grow them!).
A colourful, rich garden full of wildflowers, bees and butterflies can be great for your mental health, by creating a soothing, relaxing experience. Enjoying nature has been proven to provide multiple health benefits, including reducing stress, lowering blood pressure, easing anxiety and elevating your mood.
How to sow bee and butterfly wildflower seed?
Plant bee and butterfly friendly wildflowers are simple. Choose a sunny spot in your garden or meadow and make sure to prepare the area (by removing weeds, debris and preparing the ground).
Choose a seed mixture designed to produce bee and butterfly friendly wildflowers, such as our Bee and Butterfly Wildflower Seed BSBP 100%. Scatter the mixture on bare soil and lightly rake the soil to distribute the seeds to a depth of around 0.5cm. If the soil is dry make sure to keep it moist.
How to create a bee and butterfly friendly garden?
Creating a bee-friendly garden is a wonderful way to support these vital pollinating insects. By incorporating a variety of flowering plants that attract bees, you can provide a haven for these important creatures. Here are some tips for creating a bee-friendly garden:
- Choose a variety of flowers: Select a mix of native wildflowers to attract different bee species. This diversity ensures a continuous supply of nectar and pollen throughout the growing season.
- Mix annuals and perennials wildflowers: Planting both annuals and perennials wildflowers guarantees that your garden will have flowers blooming from early spring to late winter, providing a constant source of food for bees.
- Incorporate different flower shapes and sizes: Different bee species are attracted to various flower shapes and sizes. Sowing a range of wildflower seeds will appeal to a broader spectrum of bees.
- Avoid pesticides: Pesticides can harm or kill bees. Opt for natural pest control methods to keep your garden safe for pollinators.
- Provide water sources: Bees need water to drink. Place a shallow dish or birdbath filled with water in your garden to help them stay hydrated.
- Create bee hotels for solitary bees: Consider building a bee hotel or leaving some bare soil surface for solitary bees to nest in. These habitats are crucial for the survival of many bee species.
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