Goat's Beard, also known as Wild Salsify (Tragopogon pratensis), is a native UK wildflower that adds a touch of elegance to wildflower meadows, grasslands, and roadside verges. This striking perennial is known for its large, purple-pink flowers that bloom in late spring and early summer, followed by impressive, dandelion-like seed heads. The plant is highly attractive to a range of pollinators, including bees and butterflies, making it an excellent choice for biodiversity-enhancing projects.
Goat’s Beard thrives in well-drained soils and full sun, and its tall, slender stems make it a visually appealing addition to any wildflower mix. The plant’s unique, large flower heads and its ability to self-seed make it ideal for naturalistic meadow or grassland plantings.

Features & Benefits
Large, purple-pink flowers followed by dandelion-like seed heads
Attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies
Thrives in well-drained soils with full sun exposure
Ideal for creating natural-looking meadows and grasslands
Self-seeds easily, providing long-term growth and biodiversity

Latin Name:
Tragopogon pratensis

Flowering Time:
May – June

Flowering Height:
60 – 90 cm

Life Cycle:
Perennial

Wildflower Seed Approximate Sowing Rate:
6.75kg per acre (16.75kg per hectare)

Sowing Times:
Spring (March – May) or Autumn (August – October)

How to Sow & Preparation
Choose a well-drained site with full sun exposure.
Clear any weeds from the area and prepare the soil to a fine, level seedbed.
Broadcast the seed evenly across the surface, either by hand or using a spreader.
Gently firm the seed into the soil with a roller or by walking over it.
Water lightly if conditions are dry during germination.

About John Chambers Wildflower Seeds
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Latin Name | Tragopogon pratensis

Flowering Time | May – June

Flowering Height | 60 – 90 cm

Life Cycle | Perennial

Sowing Rate | 6.75 kg per acre (16.75 kg per hectare)

Sowing Period | Spring (March – May) or Autumn (August – October)

Preferred Conditions | Well-drained soils; full sun

Pollinator Friendly | Yes

Minimum Order Quantity | 10g

Ideal For | Wildflower meadows, grasslands, roadside verges, biodiversity projects