Loam Soil Wildflower Mix
The Loam Soil Wildflower Mix Contains a selection of perennials, biennials and annuals which can flourish in loam and alluvial free-draining soils. These soils are often found on/near farmland to bring colour to a large open space.
Recipe
| Wildflower | Percentage | Wildflower | Percentage |
| Burnet; Salad | 9.50% | Bird’s-foot-trefoil; Common | 5.00% |
| Medick; Black | 8.00% | Campion; White | 5.00% |
| Yellow-rattle | 8.00% | Bedstraw; Lady’s | 4.00% |
| Knapweed; Common | 7.50% | Dandelion; Common | 4.00% |
| Buttercup; Meadow | 7.00% | Yarrow | 3.50% |
| Plantain; Ribwort | 6.50% | Cat’s-ear | 3.00% |
| Sorrel; Common | 6.50% | Ragged-robin | 2.50% |
| Carrot; Wild | 5.50% | Plantain; Hoary | 2.00% |
| Daisy; Oxeye | 5.50% | Cowslip | 1.00% |
| Selfheal | 5.50% | Mouse-ear; Common | 0.50% |
Specification
| Soil Type | Alluvial |
| Maximum Height | 150cm |
| Flowering Period | April – September |
| Coverage | 1.5-2g/m2 |
| Frequency | Perennials/Biennials/Annuals |
| Shade | 2 out of 5 |
| Sun | 5 out of 5 |
| Drainage | 5 out of 5 |
| Colours | 5 out of 5 |
| Pollinator | 5 out of 5 |
In this mix
Common Bird’s-foot-trefoil / Lotus corniculatus
This small yellow flower is a widespread native plant, which can thrive in a number of conditions including disturbed ground, and suits
loam soils well. One of its common names is eggs and bacon, a reference to the yellow and red colours of its flowers. It has a low-lying habit, and is an important food plant for many butterflies and caterpillars.
| Frequency | Perennial |
| Height | Up to 30cm |
| Colour | Yellow |
| Flowering period | July – October |
| Soil | Loam, Chalk, Sand |
| pH | Acid – Alkaline |
| Moisture | Dry to Saturated |