Greater Bird’s-foot Trefoil (Lotus pedunculatus) is a robust, native UK wildflower that brings vibrant yellow blooms to damp meadows, marshes, and stream edges. This taller cousin of Common Bird’s-foot Trefoil is a valuable plant for biodiversity, supporting a range of pollinators, including bumblebees and butterflies, as well as acting as a food source for the caterpillars of several moth species.

Thriving in moist, acidic to neutral soils, this perennial species is ideal for wildflower meadows, grassland restoration, and conservation schemes. Its sprawling habit and dense foliage also help suppress weeds and stabilise soil in wet areas.

Features & Benefits
Rich yellow flowers that attract bees and butterflies
Thrives in damp meadows, marshes, and river margins
Taller, more robust than Common Bird’s-foot Trefoil
Ideal for conservation and wetland restoration projects
Supports a wide range of insects and adds structural diversity to meadows

Latin Name:
Lotus pedunculatus

Flowering Time:
June – September

Flowering Height:
30 – 60 cm

Life Cycle:
Perennial

Wildflower Seed Approximate Sowing Rate:
1.35kg per acre (3.34kg per hectare)

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

How to Sow & Preparation
Select a site with moist, acidic to neutral soil conditions, preferably in low-lying or damp locations.
Clear weeds and cultivate the ground to a fine, level tilth.
Evenly broadcast the seed by hand or with a spreader.
Firm the seed into the soil using a roller or by foot.
Water lightly if dry weather persists to aid establishment.

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Latin Name | Lotus pedunculatus

Flowering Time | June – September

Flowering Height | 30 – 60 cm

Life Cycle | Perennial

Sowing Rate | 1.35 kg per acre (3.34 kg per hectare)

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

Preferred Conditions | Moist, acidic to neutral soils, damp or low-lying areas

Pollinator Friendly | Yes

Minimum Order Quantity | 10g

Ideal For | Wet meadows, marshland margins, conservation schemes, wildflower meadows