Which wildflower mix do I need? | Cheshire Wildlife Trust

Wildflower meadow c. Paul Hobson

Wildflower meadow c. Paul Hobson

Which wildflower mix do I need?

**Seed mix guide**
Condition	Seed mix to choose
Very acidic soil - PH5 or lower	Acidic seed mix
Alkali/calcareous soil - PH8 or higher	Alkali/chalky/limestone (calcareous) seed mix
Low light	Shady/woodland seed mix
Very wet	Wetland/pond seed mix
Loamy Soil	Loamy seed mix
Clay soil	Clay seed mix
Sandy/silty soil	Sandy seed mix

Other things we recommend:

Choose an organic seed mix
Choose seeds native to the local area
Choose a mixture of perennials and annuals

Here are some suppliers who list their mixes by these types:

NOTE - these are not recommendations as we have not tested these mixes ourselves

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