Description
Cornfield Annuals
A traditional range of cornfield annuals, suitable for sowing in the spring or autumn, and providing a colourful show in the first year. Suited to a range of soil types, Pro Flora 1 can be harrowed and re-sown in subsequent years, or alternatively, the grasses can be left and managed with either a 'long grass'policy or incorporated into a more regular mowing regime.
| Sowing Rate | Flowering Height | Flowering Period |
|---|---|---|
| 5g/m2 | 5cm - 1.2m | May - October |
| 20% Wildflowers | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common name | % | Species | Height (cm) | Colour | Period |
| Corn Cockle | 50 | Agrostemma githago | 60-120 | Purple | June-August |
| Corn Flower | 25 | Centaurea cyanus | 30-60 | Blue | June-August |
| Corn Marigold | 10 | Chrysanthemum segetum | 15-45 | Yellow | June-October |
| Corn Poppy | 10 | Papaver rhoeas | 30-60 | Red | June-September |
| Corn Chamomile | 5 | Anthemis arvensis | 15-50 | White | June-July |
| 80% Grasses | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Common name | % | Species | Height (cm) |
| Browntop Bent | 5 | Agrostis capillaris | 10-70 |
| Crested Dogstail | 25 | Cynosurus cristatus | 5-75 |
| Hard Fescue | 20 | Festuca trachyphylla | 15-70 |
| Sheeps Fescue | 10 | Festuca ovina | 20-60 |
| Smooth Stalked Meadow Grass | 10 | Poa pratensis | - |
| Red Fescue | 30 | Festuca rubra | 15-90 |
When to use:
In general, the best time for sowing perennial wildflower seeds is late summer/autumn (late August-October) when there is likely to be consistent moisture and warmth without extremes of cold or dry. Spring (late March-May) is usually considered the next best time to sow perennial wildflower seed, particularly if the ground is likely to be waterlogged over the winter.
| Application Window | |||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
How to use:
| Prepare the ground | |
|---|---|
| New Seed Bed | Overseeding |
| Remove unwanted vegetation Cultivate the soil to a depth of 150 mm removing the stones and debris Level, then firm the seedbed Rake the surface to product a fine tilth |
Cut the grass short as possible and remove the clippings Remove excess thatch to allow the seed to reach the soil surface If compacted, aerate the soil |
| Provide water | |
| If there has been little rainfall irrigate gently and slowly to fully wet through the soil profile | |
| Sow seed | |
| Sow seeds evenly using the correct sowing rate for the seed mix Because sowing rates for wildflower seed are low, it is usually helpful to mix the seed with a carrier material such as slightly damp sand Press the seeds into the soil using a roller or the back of a rake to ensure good seed to soil contact |
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| Provide water | |
| Keep the soil surface moist but not wet until the seeds have germinated AND established Irrigate slowly and gently to avoid disturbing the seeds |
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Management & aftercare
| Suggested mowing regime | |||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
| Leave uncut unless growth is vigorous | Cut and collect clippings | Leave soil bare to allow germination and/or sow new seed | Allow to flower and seed | Leave uncut until spring | |||||||
In March-May if ongoing management as a wildflower meadow is not required, you can alternatively simply cut and collect clippings, continuing to manage as long grass by cutting 1-3 times per year
Many grasslands and meadows are traditionally managed by grazing but mowing and removing the clippings can be used to replicate the process of hay cutting and grazing. It is important to remove clippings to avoid nutrients being returned to the soil. Soils for wildflowers are usually low in nutrients to encourage species diversity.
For further information regarding Pro Flora 1 - Cornfield Annuals, please contact our technical sales team on 01902 440250.
Delivery and Returns
Delivery charge (if applicable) applied at checkout. Next working day delivery is available on some products, as an option on orders placed before 1pm - excludes festive season & bank holidays. Please note deliveries to Highlands, Cornwall and more remote areas may take longer. Surcharges apply for non mainland locations, call for more information - More delivery information.
We require deliveries to be signed for. If no one is available to sign for your delivery, you may request it is left in a safe place by leaving a signed note for the driver, requesting the item is left without a signature. Please note that this is left at your own risk and at the driver's discretion.
For large orders, please be aware that if you require a smaller 7.5 tonne lorry, the maximum weight for pallets is 750 kg - otherwise the standard pallet size limit of 1000 kg applies.
Please note:
- For deliveries that require a pallet, the pallet/packaging itself is the customer's responsibility and will not be uplifted or taken upon delivery.
- Deliveries are kerb side only.
- It is possible a pallet order can be delivered on a vehicle up to the size of a 26T lorry.
If you have any access restrictions for lorries or large vehicles please speak to our sales team on 01902 440250.
Collection from our Telford, Shropshire, Trade Counter is available for this product - More collections information.
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