Lowland Acid Grassland Seed Mix

SKU: MAS-BNG3

Lowland Acid Grassland Seed Mix is designed to support the establishment of species-rich lowland acid grassland on nutrient-poor, free-draining acidic soils. Suitable for Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) projects, habitat creation and grassland restoration, the mix contains a carefully selected combination of native wildflowers and fine grasses chosen to reflect the characteristic composition of UK lowland acid grassland. Selected for their ecological value and suitability to low-fertility conditions, these species help create diverse, resilient grassland habitats with long-term conservation value.

If this mix doesn’t fully match your target habitat, we can adjust it with key species to help you meet the required thresholds.

Full product description, habitat alignment and species composition below

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Lowland Acid Grassland Seed Mix

Our Lowland Acid Grassland Mix has been developed to support the creation of Lowland Acid Grassland (UKHab g1) for Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) habitat creation and restoration projects.

Formulated using a carefully selected combination of characteristic native grasses and wildflowers associated with UK lowland acid grassland, this mix is suited to nutrient-poor, free-draining acidic soils where it will establish a fine-textured, species-rich sward typical of this habitat. The grass component is based on the principal structural species of acid grassland, while the wildflowers have been selected for their ecological value, seasonal interest and importance for pollinating insects.

The mix performs best under light grazing or low-intensity cutting. Final vegetation composition will depend on soil conditions, management and time, with the best results achieved where fertility is kept low and competition is carefully managed during establishment.

Bespoke formulations are also available. Additional native species can be incorporated to suit specific site conditions, including particularly dry or seasonally wet locations, helping to create a mix tailored to your project.

Suitable for:

Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) habitat creation
Lowland Acid Grassland (UKHab g1)
Ecological mitigation and compensation schemes
Habitat restoration projects

Common Name	Latin Name
Bird's-foot trefoil	Lotus corniculatus
Devil's bit scabious	Succisa pratensis
Common knapweed	Centaurea nigra
Sheeps sorrel	Rumex acetosella
Betony	Betonica officinalis
Lady's bedstraw	Galium verum
Harebell	Campanula rotundifolia
Heath bedstraw	Galium saxatile
Tormentil	Potentilla erecta
Sheeps fescue	Festuca ovina
Common bent	Agrostis capillaris
Red fescue	Festuca rubra
Wavy hairgrass	Avenella flexuosa
Sweet vernal grass	Anthoxanthum odoratum