irish wildflower seed mix Traditional Irish

irish wildflower seed mix Traditional IrishBring traditional wildflowers to your garden and countryside with our easy to grow conservation grade seed mix. The species in this mix are easy to grow and suitable for most soil types with the exception of extremely dry soils. The inclusion of 40% annual flowers will show colour from the first year, while the biennials and perennials will carry the colour through the following years. The flowering period is from May to July, and on into September.

Bring traditional wildflowers to your garden and countryside with our easy to grow conservation-grade seed mix. 

The species in this mix are easy to grow and suitable for most soil types with the exception of extremely dry soils. The inclusion of 40% annual flowers will show colour from the first year, while the biennials and perennials will carry the colour through the following years. The flowering period is from May to July, and on into September.

These wildflowers species are very versatile and provide intense, vibrant colours in swathes and patches. For impact, try cutting this mix short at the front, medium height in the centre and leave tall at the back. The species will provide strong colour swathes at three different height levels with shorter species more prominent at the front, and taller species at the back. Enjoy as our native bee species and butterflies thrive amongst these flowers.

For best results, sow onto prepared, weed-free bare soil. Read our guide to preparing ground for wildflower seeds before you sow.

Mixture Specifications

• Perfect for pollinators, creating habitats and food for a wide range of bees, butterflies and other pollinators.
• Species lifecycle: perennial and annual native Species
• Sowing rate: 1.5-3g per square meter
• Access to light: Requires good access to light
• Optimal sowing period: March to June or August to October
• Flowering Period: May to September
• Species List: Birdsfoot Trefoil, Black Medick, Burnet Saxifrage, Corn Marigold, Corn Poppy, Corncockle, Cornflower, Cowslip, Field Cranesbill, Field Scabious, Kidney Vetch, Lady's Bedstraw, Lesser Knapweed, Marjoram, Scentless Mayweed, Mullein, Ox-eye Daisy, Red Campion, Red Clover, Ribwort Plantain, Rough Hawksbit, Selfheal, Sorrel, St. Johnswort, White Campion, Wild Carrot, Yarrow, Yellow Rattle.

The wildflowers included in this mixture support the All-Ireland Pollinator Plan and are recommended by the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) as ‘Perfect for Pollinators’.

What is an annual species?

An annual species is a plant that completes its entire life cycle—from germination to flowering, seed production, and death—within a single growing season. Unlike perennials, which return year after year, annuals need to be replanted each year.

In the context of meadow seeds, annual species (like Cornflower, Poppy, and Corn Marigold) provide quick bursts of color but won't regrow the following year unless they reseed naturally. They are often included in seed mixes for instant impact while slower-growing perennials establish.

What is a perennial species?

A perennial species is a plant that lives for multiple years, flowering and producing seeds repeatedly after the first year. Unlike annuals, which complete their life cycle in one season, perennials establish deeper root systems and return year after year.

However, perennials do not typically flower in the same year they are planted. They focus on root and foliage growth in their first year, taking at least one, if not two years, to bloom. Once established, perennials such as Oxeye Daisy, Red Campion, and Meadow Buttercup provide long-term, sustainable wildflower displays. They require less maintenance over time and offer lasting benefits for pollinators and biodiversity.