Lesser Knapweed is a perennial species with a thistle-like purple flower head. Traditionally found in old meadows and roadsides, Lesser Knapweed flowers from June-September and reaches a height between 15 - 60cms. Lesser Knapweed is also found in our Traditional Irish Native Wildflower Mix Greater Knapweed and Common Knapweed species are included in our Butterfly and Bee 100% Wildflower Seed Mix

Mixture Specifications

• Perfect for pollinators, creating habitats and food for a wide range of bees, butterflies and other pollinators.
• Species lifecycle: Perennial
• Sowing rate: 1.5-3g per square meter
• Access to light: Requires good access to light
• Optimal sowing period: March to June or August to October
• Flowering Period: May to September
• Species included: Lesser Knapweed only

The wildflowers included in this mixture support the All-Ireland Pollinator Plan and are recommended by the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) as ‘Plants for Pollinators’.