Create wildlife-friendly corridors and natural transition zones with the Heritage Hedgerow & Woodland Edge 100% Wildflower Seed Mix from John Chambers Wildflower Seed. This specialist wildflower seed mix is designed for semi-shaded areas and the fringes of woodland, hedgerows, and tree lines. With 100% UK native wildflowers and no grass content, it is ideal for establishing rich, diverse planting that thrives in dappled light and partially shaded soil conditions.
Part of the John Chambers Heritage Range, this mix is tailored to deliver strong aesthetic value and biodiversity enhancement in areas that are often challenging to establish. It includes bold vertical accents and lush foliage from species such as Great Mullein, Foxglove, Common Mallow, and Nettle-Leaved Bellflower, creating an attractive and ecologically supportive plant community.
This mix is ideal for use by councils, estate managers, landowners, gardeners, and conservation professionals seeking to restore or enhance native flora along field margins, shady garden areas, woodland trails, rural footpaths, and transitional planting zones.
All wildflower seed mixes are subject to change, depending on time of year and harvest. This mix may include additional UK native species that complement the woodland edge habitat and seasonal performance.
Features & Benefits
100% Native UK Wildflowers – No grasses, just pure wildflower value
Shade-Tolerant Species – Ideal for hedgerows, light woodland, and edge planting
Ecological Support – Increases biodiversity, pollinator activity, and native plant cover
Heritage Range Quality – Trusted by landowners and professional landscapers
Low-Maintenance Meadows – Suitable for long-term naturalised projects
Applications
Woodland edges and transitional zones
Hedgerow margins and rural footpaths
Semi-shaded parks and gardens
Nature reserves and biodiversity corridors
Field edges and light woodland clearings
Main Species in the Mix
Great Mullein (Verbascum thapsus)
Foxglove (Digitalis purpurea)
Common Mallow (Malva sylvestris)
Ribwort Plantain (Plantago lanceolata)
Nettle-Leaved Bellflower (Campanula trachelium)
Oxeye Daisy (Leucanthemum vulgare)
Please note that actual species content may vary, with more native wildflowers potentially included depending on seed availability and time of year.
Sowing Information
Sowing Time:
Spring (March to May)
Autumn (August to October) – for natural overwintering and spring emergence
Sowing Rate:
100% Wildflower Mix – 2g to 4gper m²
Large areas: 30–50kg per hectare
How to Sow:
Prepare the Site – Remove existing vegetation and lightly cultivate the soil.
Create a Fine Seedbed – Ensure a light, open surface for good contact.
Broadcast Evenly – Mix with dry sand if needed for even distribution.
Firm Gently – Roll or press the soil to help anchor the seed.
Water if Dry – Especially during spring sowings in dry periods.
About John Chambers Wildflower Seed
With over 40 years’ experience, John Chambers Wildflower Seed is a market leader in supplying native wildflower seeds for landscaping, restoration, and conservation. The Heritage Range offers carefully curated mixes of 100% UK native wildflowers, ideal for soil type, exposure, and site use. Widely trusted by professionals across the country, these mixes deliver dependable establishment, ecological benefits, and strong visual impact year after year.

Attribute Details
Seed Mix Type 100% Wildflower Seed – No grass
Flowering Window Spring to late summer (site dependent)
Soil Suitability Suitable for fertile, semi-shaded soils
Sowing Times Spring (Mar–May) or Autumn (Aug–Oct)
Sowing Rate 2g-4g per m² (30–50kg per hectare)
Main Species Mullein, Foxglove, Mallow, Bellflower, Daisy, etc.
Minimum Order 10g+
Provenance Native UK Species – Subject to seasonal variation
Brand John Chambers Wildflower Seed – Heritage Range