Bright Cornfield Wildflower Mix

This annual wildflower mix recreates the classic charm of British countryside summers, with brilliant reds, blues, yellows, and whites which bloom throughout summer and into early autumn, especially when deadheaded regularly. These wildflowers flower within a single growing season and are well-suited to nutrient-poor soils where competition from grasses is minimal. For best results, sow in autumn (Sept to Oct).

Key features:

• Vibrant mix of traditional British cornfield wildflowers
• Pollinator-friendly, attracting bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects
• Quick to establish with a long flowering season
• Restores native biodiversity and provides habitat for wildlife
• Low-maintenance and ideal for temporary displays or year-long impact

Corncockle (Agrostemma githago)
– Tall annual with striking magenta blooms; great for bees and butterflies.

Corn Chamomile (Anthemis arvensis)
– Cheerful white and yellow daisy-like flowers; attracts pollinators.

Cornflower (Centaurea cyanus)
– Iconic blue annual; rich in nectar and loved by bees.

Common Poppy (Papaver rhoeas)
– Bright red blooms; a classic arable wildflower supporting insects.

Corn Marigold (Glebionis segetum)
– Golden yellow daisy flowers; thrives in poorer soils and feeds pollinators.

Perfect for wildlife gardens, field margins, community spaces, and urban areas. This mix is rich in nectar and pollen, providing vital food sources for bees, butterflies, and hoverflies throughout the growing season.

Sow directly into prepared soil in early autumn or from March to May. Choose an open, sunny location with well-drained soil. Remove existing grass and weeds to reduce competition and lightly rake the surface before sowing.

Scatter seeds evenly and press down gently, do not bury them deeply. Keep the soil moist during germination, which typically takes 1–3 weeks. Once established, this mix is low-maintenance and drought-tolerant.

Deadhead flowers regularly to prolong blooming or allow them to go to seed for natural regeneration next year. These annuals complete their life cycle within a year but can re-establish themselves with light soil disturbance.

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Garden lawn seed, wildflower seeds, and wildflower seed mixtures are typically dispatched within 1 to 3 working days.

Products from our agricultural, landscaping, and equine ranges may be shipped separately as they are mixed to order.

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Q1: Will these flowers come back every year?
A: These are annuals, so they complete their lifecycle in one year. However, they can self-seed naturally if the soil is lightly disturbed after flowering.

Q2: Do I need to prepare the soil before sowing?
A: Yes. Remove grass, weeds, and debris, and rake the surface to create a fine seedbed. These annuals prefer low-nutrient soil and minimal competition.

Q3: How tall do the plants grow?
A: Most species in this mix grow to between 30–60 cm, though Corn Poppy and Corn Marigold can reach up to 80 cm in ideal conditions.