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
| Habitat Type |
g1 - Acid Grassland Lowland Acid Grassland |
| Mixture Description | A perennial wildflower and grass seed mix based on the U1 Festuca ovina- Agrostis capillaris - Rumex acetosella community and characteristic lowland acid grassland species, developed for use in Biodiversity Net Gain habitat creation and enhancement schemes. |
| Site Suitability | Acidic soils with low to moderate fertility. Best suited to open sites where acidic, nutrient-poor conditions can be maintained. Suitable for a range of soil moisture conditions, provided sites are not permanently waterlogged. Manage through grazing or cutting with removal of arisings, and avoid liming, fertiliser application and other nutrient inputs to maintain long-term grassland diversity. |
| 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 |
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