Create a natural, species-rich alternative to conventional grass with our Species-Rich Lawn Meadow Turf. This ready-grown wildflower lawn turf combines the familiar look and usability of a traditional lawn with the added colour, texture and biodiversity benefits of UK native wildflowers and fine grasses.
Unlike taller meadow-style turf, Species-Rich Lawn Meadow Turf is designed to be managed with regular mowing, making it ideal for areas where a neater, more practical finish is required. Low-growing wildflowers can emerge through the sward, bringing seasonal interest from spring through to autumn while still allowing the area to function as a usable lawn.
Grown in England using UK native species, this turf is suitable for a wide range of soil types and can be used in full sun or part shade. It is a practical choice for gardens, residential developments, communal green spaces, amenity areas and landscaping projects where a natural, low-maintenance lawn with added ecological value is desired.
| Key Features |
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| Lifecycle | Perennial |
| Height | Various |
| Soil Type | •Suitable for all soil types |
| Sunlight | ✔Full sun ✔Partial shade |
| Sowing Rate | 1 mat = 1.2m² |
| Flowering Season | •April •May •June •July •August •September |
| Fast Establishment | ✔ |
| Time to Establish | 2-3 months (or 1 year for plants that need vernalisation) |
| Typical Applications |
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| Species | Flowering Time | Ultimate Height (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| Birdsfoot Trefoil (Lotus corniculatus) | May - Sept | 30 |
| Black Medic (Medicago lupulina) | Apr - July | 60 |
| Cat's-Ear (Hypochaeris radicata) | June - Sept | 45 |
| Common Knapweed (Centaurea nigra) | June - Sept | 100 |
| Common Sorrel (Rumex acetosa) | June - Aug | 80 |
| Cowslip (Primula veris) | Apr - June | 25 |
| Hedge Bedstraw (Galium mollugo) | June - Sept | 100 |
| Lady's Bedstraw (Galium verum) | June - Sept | 50 |
| Lawn Daisy (Bellis perennis) | Mar - Oct | 20 |
| Meadow Buttercup (Ranunculus acris) | May - Aug | 90 |
| Meadow Vetchling (Lathyrus pratensis) | May - Aug | 120 |
| Pignut (Conopodium majus) | May - June | 50 |
| Salad Burnet (Sanguisorba minor) | June - Aug | 65 |
| Self-heal (Prunella vulgaris) | May - Sept | 30 |
| Suckling Clover (Trifolium dubium) | May - Oct | 40 |
| White Clover (Trifolium repens) | June - Aug | 45 |
| Wild Marjoram (Origanum vulgare) | June - Aug | 100 |
| Wild Red Clover (Trifolium pratense) | May - Sept | 50 |
| Yarrow (Achillea millefolium) | June - Aug | 90 |
| Grasses | ||
| Chewing's Fescue (Festuca rubra commutata) | May - July | 30 |
| Dwarf Rye-grass (Lolium perenne) | June - Aug | 60 |
| Sheep's Fescue (Festuca ovina) | May - June | 30 |
| Slender Creeping Red Fescue (Festuca rubra litoralis) | June - July | 50 |
| Small Cat's-tail (Phleum bertolonii) | June - Aug | 60 |
| Sweet Vernal Grass (Anthoxanthum odoratum) | May - June | 70 |
Wildflower Turf offers a rapid route to creating species-rich habitats, with established plants helping to reduce Time to Target Condition and deliver biodiversity outcomes sooner.
| What BNG habitat can 'Species-Rich Lawn Meadow Turf' create? | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowland Meadow |
Lowland Calcareous |
Other Neutral Grassland |
|
| No of indicator species | 16 | 15 | N/A |
| Condition on installation | Moderate | Moderate | Moderate |
| Condition at 6 years (providing management plan followed) | Good | Good | Good |
| Condition at 30 years (providing management plan followed) | Good | Good | Good |
The information above is subject to ecologist & LPA approval/report and is dependent on the installation and suitable maintenance.
Please check your delivery access before ordering
Turf is delivered on a pallet to the nearest safe and accessible kerbside location.
Most deliveries are made using a large articulated lorry. The pallet is unloaded
using a manual pump truck, which can only travel over hard, flat and level ground.
It cannot be moved over gravel, grass, uneven surfaces, slopes or steps, and the
driver cannot take it into gardens, garages or buildings.
Please contact us before placing your order if:
- Access to your address is narrow or restricted.
- A smaller delivery vehicle may be needed.
- The unloading point is not flat and hard-standing.
- You are unsure whether delivery will be possible.
Deliveries usually take place Tuesday to Thursday, between 8:00am and 5:00pm.
We recommend arranging delivery the day before you intend to install the turf.
For advice, please call 0800 085 4399 or email shop@meadowmania.co.uk.
The Wildflower Turf Timeline
Day 1
Ground preparation & laying turf
The turf should be laid onto prepared ground and watered well to settle it in.
Weeks 1-3
Early rooting and growth
Keep the soil moist during the first few weeks while the turf establishes.
Months 2-6
The meadow begins to take shape
The turf reaches strong growth, and full colour within a few months.
From Day One to Full Bloom
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