Greater Bird’s-foot Trefoil (Lotus pedunculatus) is a tall, moisture-loving wildflower ideal for wet meadows and conservation projects. It provides rich yellow blooms and valuable habitat for pollinators.
Benefits
Bright yellow flowers ideal for bees and butterflies
Perennial species suited to wet or damp soil conditions
Helps stabilise soil and suppress weed growth
Valuable for wetland restoration and wildlife habitat
Native UK wildflower with high ecological value
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Greater Bird’s-foot Trefoil (Lotus pedunculatus) is a robust, native UK wildflower that brings vibrant yellow blooms to damp meadows, marshes, and stream edges. This taller cousin of Common Bird’s-foot Trefoil is a valuable plant for biodiversity, supporting a range of pollinators, including bumblebees and butterflies, as well as acting as a food source for the caterpillars of several moth species.
Thriving in moist, acidic to neutral soils, this perennial species is ideal for wildflower meadows, grassland restoration, and conservation schemes. Its sprawling habit and dense foliage also help suppress weeds and stabilise soil in wet areas.
Features & Benefits
Rich yellow flowers that attract bees and butterflies
Thrives in damp meadows, marshes, and river margins
Taller, more robust than Common Bird’s-foot Trefoil
Ideal for conservation and wetland restoration projects
Supports a wide range of insects and adds structural diversity to meadows
Latin Name:
Lotus pedunculatus
Flowering Time:
June – September
Flowering Height:
30 – 60 cm
Life Cycle:
Perennial
Wildflower Seed Approximate Sowing Rate:
1.35kg per acre (3.34kg per hectare)
Sowing Times:
Spring (March – May) or Autumn (August – October)
How to Sow & Preparation
Select a site with moist, acidic to neutral soil conditions, preferably in low-lying or damp locations.
Clear weeds and cultivate the ground to a fine, level tilth.
Evenly broadcast the seed by hand or with a spreader.
Firm the seed into the soil using a roller or by foot.
Water lightly if dry weather persists to aid establishment.
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Attribute Detail
Latin Name Lotus pedunculatus
Flowering Time June – September
Flowering Height 30 – 60 cm
Life Cycle Perennial
Sowing Rate 1.35kg per acre (3.34kg per hectare)
Sowing Period Spring or Autumn
Preferred Conditions Moist, acidic to neutral soils
Pollinator Friendly Yes
Minimum Order Quantity 100g
Ideal For Wet meadows, conservation schemes, marshland margins
