Wildflower Mix for Chalky Soils

Specially selected for chalky and alkaline soils, this vibrant wildflower mix is designed to thrive where other plants may struggle. Ideal for chalk grasslands, banks, and sunny borders, expect a rich display of colour from late spring into summer which supports pollinating insects.

Key features:

• Tailored to chalk and limestone soils, perfect for chalky grassland and alkaline soils
• Pollinator-friendly attracting bees, butterflies and hoverflies
• Long-flowering period from spring into late summer
• Encourages biodiversity and improves habitat value
• Easy to establish and low-maintenance once rooted

Greater knapweed (Centaurea scabiosa)
– A robust, long-flowering plant loved by bees and butterflies.

Kidney vetch (Anthyllis vulneraria)
– Soil-binding legume; great for stabilising poor soils and feeding pollinators.

Common knapweed (Centaurea nigra)
– Deep-rooted perennial that supports diverse pollinators.

Wild carrot (Daucus carota)
– Taproots break compacted soils; umbels attract hoverflies and lacewings.

Viper’s bugloss (Echium vulgare)
– Nectar-rich with a long flowering period; excellent for bees.

Lady’s bedstraw (Galium verum)
– Sprawling, scented plant supporting insects and adding ground cover.

Field scabious (Knautia arvensis)
– Tall, showy nectar source attracting bees, butterflies, and hoverflies.

Wild white clover (Trifolium repens)
– Fast-growing nitrogen fixer; great ground cover and bee forage.

Sainfoin (Onobrychis viciifolia)
– High-protein legume; improves soil and supports pollinators.

Black medick (Medicago lupulina)
– Low-growing nitrogen fixer, quickly establishes and attracts bees.

White campion (Silene latifolia)
– Night-scented blooms attract moths and other nocturnal pollinators.

Common sorrel (Rumex acetosa)
– Supports caterpillars and soil biodiversity; edible leaves.

Cowslip (Primula veris)
– Early spring nectar source for emerging pollinators.

Red campion (Silene dioica)
– Rich nectar source and visual interest in wildflower mixes.

Common vetch (Vicia sativa)
– Fast-growing legume; fixes nitrogen and supports pollinators.

Hedge bedstraw (Galium mollugo)
– Delicate white flowers; good ground cover for mixed plantings.

Bird’s-foot trefoil (Lotus corniculatus)
– Vital food for bees and butterfly caterpillars; fixes nitrogen.

Meadow vetchling (Lathyrus pratensis)
– Scrambling legume that fixes nitrogen and supports bees.

Oxeye daisy (Leucanthemum vulgare)
– Classic meadow flower attracting hoverflies and bees.

Musk-mallow (Malva moschata)
– Showy pink flowers that support bees and hoverflies.

Ribwort plantain (Plantago lanceolata)
– Taprooted plant supporting soil life and insect habitats.

Salad burnet (Sanguisorba minor)
– Perennial herb with edible leaves and pollinator-friendly flowers.

Yarrow (Achillea millefolium)
– Aromatic herb that attracts predatory insects and boosts soil life.

Selfheal (Prunella vulgaris)
– Creeping, pollinator-friendly plant that also acts as a ground cover.

Meadow buttercup (Ranunculus acris)
– Vibrant flower for bees and other early season pollinators.

Yellow rattle (Rhinanthus minor)
– Semi-parasitic; suppresses grasses to allow wildflowers to flourish.

Perfect for for the shallow, dry soils found over chalk and limestone, replicating the species-rich meadows of southern England.

Expect an evolving tapestry of colour and texture. These plants not only look beautiful but also serve a vital ecological function, supporting a wide range of insects including solitary bees, moths, and rare chalk grassland butterflies.

This mix is ideal for nature-friendly gardening and restoration projects, encouraging biodiversity and resilience in areas that might otherwise remain underused or barren. Sow in autumn or spring for best results.

Prepare the ground by removing existing vegetation and lightly raking the surface. Sow the mix thinly across the area and press seeds gently into the soil—avoid burying them too deep. Water lightly if dry and avoid fertilisers, which encourage grasses over wildflowers.

Best sown in autumn (September–November) or spring (March–May). Germination varies by species, with some flowering in the first year, though full establishment takes 1–2 seasons. Cut back after flowering in late summer or early autumn to maintain balance and encourage reseeding.

This is a low-fertility mix, so avoid feeding. Once established, it requires little care and supports a wide array of native wildlife.

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Q1: Can I use this mix in regular garden soil?
A: It’s specifically designed for chalk or alkaline soils. For clay or neutral soils, choose one of our other wildflower mixes better suited to those conditions.

Q2: Will the flowers return every year?
A: Yes, the mix contains a balance of annuals and perennials. Some flowers will bloom in the first year, while others return year after year with proper care.

Q3: When is the best time to sow this mix?
A: Autumn is ideal for many native wildflowers, but spring sowing also works well—especially for annuals in the mix.

Q4: Do I need to mow or maintain it regularly?
A: After flowering, give the area a single cut in late summer to help perennial species reseed and prevent dominance by aggressive plants.