The Heritage Dual Purpose Wildflower Seed Mix is a carefully curated 100% wildflower blend combining both native annuals and perennials, designed to deliver vibrant colour in the first year and long-term biodiversity thereafter. This mix is ideal for those seeking immediate visual impact followed by sustainable, low-maintenance wildflower establishment.

Containing iconic UK-native species such as Corncockle, Field Poppy, Cornflower, Teasel, Wild Marjoram, and Common Knapweed, this mix supports a wide range of pollinators and invertebrates while delivering a prolonged flowering season.

As part of the John Chambers Heritage Range, this seed mix is ideal for a wide variety of landscape applications including gardens, verges, parklands, open spaces, and biodiversity-focused land management. It’s perfect for clients looking to achieve quick establishment and bold colour while meeting long-term conservation or BNG targets.

All wildflower seed mixes are subject to seasonal changes based on harvests. Mixes may include additional suitable species.

Features & Benefits
100% Wildflower Mix – No grasses, for a high-flowering, visually rich result
Dual Purpose Design – Annuals for fast colour, perennials for ongoing habitat
Pollinator & Wildlife Friendly – Attracts bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects
Extended Colour Season – From early summer to late autumn
Trusted Heritage Mix – Designed for flexibility and visual value

Applications
Wildflower meadows and ornamental borders
Road verges and public green spaces
Gardens and parks
Environmental stewardship and BNG sites
Field margins, schools, and community gardens
New housing developments and landscape schemes
Main Species in the Mix
Corncockle (Agrostemma githago)
Field Poppy (Papaver rhoeas)
Cornflower (Centaurea cyanus)
Teasel (Dipsacus fullonum)
Wild Marjoram (Origanum vulgare)
Common Knapweed (Centaurea nigra)
May include additional species depending on seasonal seed availability.

Sowing Information
Sowing Times:
Spring (March to May) – for same-year flowering
Autumn (August to October) – for early flowering the following year

Sowing Rate:
100% Wildflower Mix: 2–3g per m²
Larger applications: 20–30kg per hectare

How to Sow:
Prepare a clean, weed-free seedbed with low nutrient levels.
Mix seed with dry sand for even distribution.
Broadcast by hand or spreader.
Firm gently using a roller or board to ensure seed-to-soil contact.
Do not bury – wildflower seed needs light to germinate.
Water if the weather is dry and monitor until establishment.

About John Chambers Wildflower Seed
With over four decades of expertise in British native seed production, John Chambers Wildflower Seed is a leading name in habitat restoration and biodiversity planting. The Heritage Range offers purpose-built mixes for a variety of habitats and applications, backed by heritage, provenance, and performance.

Seed Mix Type | 100% UK-native Wildflowers – Annual & Perennial Blend

Target Application | Meadows, parks, verges, gardens, biodiversity net gain (BNG) sites

Soil Requirements | Low to medium fertility, well-drained soils

Flowering Window | Early summer through late autumn

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

Sowing Rate | 2–3g per m² or 20–30kg per hectare

Main Wildflowers | Corncockle, Field Poppy, Cornflower, Teasel, Wild Marjoram, Common Knapweed

Minimum Order | 10g

Brand | John Chambers Wildflower Seed – Heritage Range