MG4 Lowland Floodplain Meadow Seed | BWS26
Lowland Floodplain Meadow Seed – Chimney Meadows Provenance
MG4 Lowland Floodplain Meadow Seed is sourced from Chimney Meadows, a protected nature reserve managed by BBOWT. Established in 2000 using green hay from the SSSI, this species-rich meadow is ideal for creating authentic lowland floodplain habitats with high botanical diversity.
Key Features:
- Species-rich seed mix reflecting classic lowland floodplain grasslands
- Proven SSSI-derived provenance for authenticity
- Supports traditional grazing meadow management
- Perfect for habitat restoration, ecological enhancement, and conservation projects
Over more than two decades, the meadow has developed into a species-rich, botanically diverse grassland, characteristic of traditional lowland floodplain habitats. Managed through traditional grazing, it provides a proven example of successful habitat restoration and long-term ecological stewardship.
This seed is ideal for lowland meadow creation and restoration projects, delivering reliable establishment, strong biodiversity outcomes, and the distinctive character of classic floodplain landscapes.
Price range: £47.40 through £94.80
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Origin: Brampton, Oxfordshire
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Soil Type: Loam rich with naturally high groundwater
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Establishment History: 2000 – Arable Reversion
Specification for 2025 Native Seed Harvested Stock
Flora
Glaucous Sedge |
11.0% |
Meadow Buttercup |
6.7% |
White Clover |
6.4% |
Common Birdsfoot Trefoil |
5.1% |
Common Knapweed |
3.3% |
Ribwort Plantain |
1.3% |
Black Medic |
1.1% |
Red Clover |
0.9% |
Oxeye Daisy |
0.3% |
Autumn Hawkbit |
0.3% |
Self Heal |
0.3% |
Cowslip |
0.2% |
Rough Hawkbit |
0.2% |
Pepper Saxifrage |
0.1% |
Sow Thistle |
0.01% |
Grass
Crested Dogstail |
11.2% |
Fine Fescue |
11.2% |
Bent Grass |
10.2% |
Meadow Fescue |
9.1% |
Meadow Grass |
3.6% |
Cocksfoot |
3.2% |
Perennial Ryegrass |
3.0% |
Yorkshire Fog |
2.6% |
Quaking Grass |
1.1% |
Tufted Hairgrass |
0.9% |
Sweet Vernal Grass |
0.2% |
Tall Fescue |
0.1% |
Soft Brome |
0.0% |
Inert Matter (chaff, immature seeds, plant material) 6.4%
Sowing method1. Cultivate the area2. Spray off weeds which flush or alternatively a light cultivation will reduce vigour of weedsRepeat as required to create weed free bed3. Mix seed well in a bag before sowing, dry sand can be added to aid drilling4. Ideally broadcast seed or drill at shallow depth5. Roll to improve seed-to-soil contactOnce you have sown the mixture, it is very important to manage the growth for the first year. This includes cutting and weeding if possible. If sowing in the autumn, cut the sward when the grass gets established and keep it down to help the flower seeds to germinate. If sowing in the spring, again keep the grass low for the first growing season.When to sowWhile sowing can occur at either timing, generally speaking, the preferred sowing window is the Autumn as this mirrors nature more accurately. Most perennial wildflowers require vernalisation, a prolonged period of cold, to break dormancy and achieve germination. The winter months after Autumn sowing aids this process. In addition, there is a lower weed burden.Spring sowing success is reliant on the weather, a cold spring will slow growth and therefore reduce resilience against weeds. However, if warm with moderate rainfall, similar results can be seen as to autumn sowing.Key to remember:When sowing wildflowers, the key thing to remember is the cleaner the seed bed the better the success. Wildflowers are often less vigorous than weed species and will struggle to compete against them.When it comes to fertility, typically speaking wildflower prefer low fertility areas as there is less competition from weeds. However, this does not mean you cannot sow on higher fertility areas, simply more management may be required to control growth and weed ingress. |
