{"product_id":"slow-meadow-mix-native-wildflower-mix","title":"Slow Meadow Mix | Native Wildflower Seed","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePerennial Wildflowers Chosen for Foliage, Seedheads, Movement and Long-Season Interest\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCreate a slower, more natural meadow with Irish-grown perennial wildflowers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSlow Meadow Wildflower Mix is a perennial-only wildflower blend for meadow-style areas where the goal is long-term biodiversity, natural texture and seasonal interest rather than quick annual colour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike annual-heavy mixes, this blend is not designed to create an instant floral display. Instead, it brings together perennial wildflowers chosen for their foliage, flower forms, seedheads and movement - helping to create a softer, more natural meadow effect that develops over time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis mix does not contain annual wildflowers or grass seed. It is best suited to prepared, low-fertility soil, meadow margins, orchard edges, wildlife strips and reduced-mowing areas where the wildflowers can establish gradually and be managed with an annual cut-and-lift.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat makes this mix different?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoose Slow Meadow if you want a quieter, more naturalistic wildflower mix that builds slowly and brings interest beyond peak flowering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Traditional Irish Native Wildflower Mix\" href=\"https:\/\/connectingtonature.ie\/collections\/irish-garden-wildflowers\/products\/traditional-irish-native-wildflower-mix\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTraditional Irish\u003c\/a\u003e is a broader native wildflower mix with annual first-year colour and perennial follow-through.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSlow Meadow is different. It is perennial-only, slower to establish and chosen for meadow structure as much as flowers - with upright stems, fine foliage, airy flower heads and seedheads that bring movement and texture through the season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat to expect\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYear 1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is mainly an establishment year. Some species may flower, but this mix should not be judged on first-year colour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYear 2 onwards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe meadow becomes more interesting as the perennial species develop. Expect more foliage texture, upright stems, seedheads, softer movement and a more natural meadow character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLong-term\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith the right preparation and management, this mix should develop into a more settled, perennial wildflower area with flowers, structure and seedheads changing through the season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to manage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor best results, sow onto prepared, weed-free bare soil. Read our \u003ca class=\"js-no-transition\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Prepare the ground for wildflower sowing\" href=\"https:\/\/connectingtonature.ie\/blogs\/news\/how-to-prepare-ground-for-wildflower-seeds\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eguide to preparing ground for wildflower seeds\u003c\/a\u003e before you sow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAllow the area to grow, flower and set seed. At the end of the season, cut and remove the growth. Removing cuttings helps prevent fertility building up and gives wildflowers a better chance against grasses and weeds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not mow regularly through the growing season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecies included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRibwort Plantain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSelfheal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRed Campion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnapweed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYarrow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWild Carrot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeadow Buttercup\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eField Scabious\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDevil’s-bit Scabious\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOxeye Daisy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSorrel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSt John’s Wort\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWild Angelica\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRough Hawkbit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKidney Vetch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLow-fertility meadow-style areas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarger garden wildflower spaces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrchard margins\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommunity biodiversity projects\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTidy Towns-style areas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWildlife strips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeadow edges\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReduced-mowing zones\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAreas where the aim is long-term biodiversity rather than instant colour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot suitable for\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuick colour in the first summer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePots or window boxes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFormal ornamental beds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRegularly mown lawns\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFertile sites without preparation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAreas where cuttings cannot be removed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlaces that need to look tidy all year\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy choose this mix?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoose this mix if you want your wildflower area to look and behave more like a natural meadow over time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSlow Meadow is for gardeners, community groups and biodiversity projects who understand that a perennial meadow develops gradually. It is less about instant colour and more about building long-term wildflower diversity, structure, movement and seasonal interest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"shopify-section-template--25464822497614__sub\" class=\"shopify-section product-full-width\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-width page-width--narrow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-block\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3456\" data-end=\"3554\"\u003e\u003cspan data-teams=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis small-batch mix has been created using seed from our Waterford-grown wildflower seed harvest, produced and packed by Connecting to Nature.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Connecting to Nature","offers":[{"title":"6g | 1.5-3m²","offer_id":59752194146638,"sku":null,"price":8.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"30g | 10-20m²","offer_id":59752194179406,"sku":null,"price":24.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"75g | 25-50m²","offer_id":59752194212174,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"250g | 80-160m²","offer_id":59752408908110,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0519\/2033\/9094\/files\/connecting-to-nature-wildflower-seed-slow-meadow-mix-native-wildflower-seed-1240867806.jpg?v=1780065251","url":"https:\/\/connectingtonature.ie\/products\/slow-meadow-mix-native-wildflower-mix","provider":"Connecting to Nature","version":"1.0","type":"link"}