The Pro Basic 20 100% Wildflower Seed Mix is a carefully balanced selection of UK-native perennial species ideal for establishing vibrant, species-rich wildflower meadows. Created without any grass content, this mix is best suited to professional landscapers, conservation projects, landowners, councils, and gardeners looking to create pure wildflower areas that enhance biodiversity and visual appeal.
With standout meadow plants such as Red Campion, Greater Knapweed, and Kidney Vetch, this mix delivers long-season flowering interest, structure, and food for pollinators. It thrives on a wide range of low-fertility soils and requires minimal upkeep once established—making it a practical, ecological solution for public open spaces, parks, green corridors, and farmland edges.
Features & Benefits
100% UK-native wildflower species – no grass seed included
Designed for creating long-lasting, species-rich wildflower meadows
Excellent for pollinators, bees, butterflies, and other invertebrates
Hardy perennials suited to varied UK growing conditions
Low-maintenance with just one cut per year after establishment
Ideal for biodiversity net gain and ecological restoration schemes
Typical Wildflower Species in the Mix
Red Campion – Striking pink flowers; early to mid-season nectar source
Kidney Vetch – Leguminous plant supporting pollinators and improving soil
Common Vetch – Scrambling growth habit; great nitrogen-fixer and pollinator plant
Greater Knapweed – Tall, hardy perennial with bold purple flowers
Lady’s Bedstraw – Aromatic yellow-flowered species ideal for dry soils
Yarrow – Tough and drought-tolerant, offering long flowering duration
All wildflower mixes are subject to variation based on seasonal seed availability. Additional UK-native species may be included to maintain a balanced and effective composition.
Applications
The Pro Basic 20 mix is suited to a broad range of professional and ecological landscapes, including:
Urban parks and amenity greenspaces
Verge planting and transport corridors
Public footpaths and field margins
Rewilding and conservation initiatives
Estates, nature reserves, and community planting schemes
Pollinator projects and wildflower corridors
Sowing Rate & Timing
Sowing rate: 3g per m²
Best sowing times:
Spring: March to May
Autumn: August to October
How to Sow Wildflower Seed
Prepare the soil by removing existing vegetation and creating a fine, crumbly tilth
Mix the seed with dry sand to ensure even distribution
Broadcast seed at 3g per m²
Lightly roll or firm the area to maximise soil contact
Avoid fertilisers – wildflowers perform best on poor soils
Water lightly if sowing during dry periods
Once established, maintain with a single late-summer cut each year.
About John Chambers Wildflower Seed
Trusted for over 30 years, John Chambers Wildflower Seed supplies UK-native seed mixes developed for professional landscaping, habitat restoration, and biodiversity improvement. The Professional Range is crafted to meet the needs of landscape contractors, councils, landowners, and conservation groups working to enhance the UK’s ecological health.

Seed content: 100% Wildflower Perennials
Species included: Typically 6+, subject to seasonal adjustment
Sowing rate: 3g/m²
Minimum order: 100g
Sowing seasons: Spring (Mar–May) and Autumn (Aug–Oct)
Brand: John Chambers Wildflower Seed – Professional Range