Wildflower Turf

Enhance Grass Control: A Scientific Approach to Wildflower Meadow Management

 

Last year’s unusually wet and mild weather brought a particular challenge, leading to the ‘year of year of the grasses’. Across the UK, grasses thrived and in…

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Why Autumn is the Best Time to Sow Wildflower Seeds

Did you know that autumn is one of the best times to sow wildflower seeds? Read on to discover why autumn seed sowing gives your wildflowers the ultimate…

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Managing your meadow in a heatwave: The Summer Drought Cut explained

Summer 2025 has seen unusually hot and dry weather across the UK. The intense heat and lack of rain have significantly accelerated and shortened the lifecycle of…

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Top 5 Ecological Roles of Wildflowers in Urban Environments

 

In our rapidly urbanising world, the expansion of cities often comes at the cost of nature. In the UK alone, we’ve lost a staggering 97% of our wildflower meadows

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It’s easy to be impressed by the colour and vibrancy of a newly installed wildflower meadow. But, at Wildflower Turf Ltd, we believe that what happens after the initial bloom is what truly matters.
With over 20 years of research…

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UK Bird Decline: Can Green Roofs Provide a Hopeful Flight Path?

Bird populations are declining worldwide, and the UK is no exception. In our rapidly urbanising world, over a quarter of bird species face extinction and 70 UK…

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Spring Wildflower Maintenance: Your guide to the ‘Chelsea Chop’

Named after the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, the Chelsea Chop is an optional late Spring cut that helps to rebalance a wildflower meadow, extend the flowering period and encourage…

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No Mow May 2025: Let Your Lawn Grow Wild

 

Happy No Mow May!

What is no ‘No Mow May’?

Today marks the start of No Mow May, a simple yet powerful movement championed by the British conservation charity…

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Navigating Wildflower Meadows in Changing Climates

 

Wildflower meadows are just that, wild, ever changing and full of surprises.

As grassland habitats, meadows are significantly influenced by weather and climate which can make them unpredictable. These factors can dictate species…

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How Different Soil Types Influence Plant & Wildflower Growth

Soil is more than just dirt; it’s a complex living ecosystem which is the foundation upon which plant life thrives. Its composition, structure and physical properties significantly impact the…

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