Meadow Grass Seed
Boston Seeds supply a range of diverse meadow grass seed mixes to create beautiful, low maintenance grass meadows. Formulated to contain a range of fine-leaved and attractive wild grasses, these meadow grass mixtures are perfect for creating solely grass meadows, or for mixing with our range of wildflower seeds to create an attractive and varied habitat for bees, butterflies and pollinators.
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For those difficult to access areas or circumstances where a reduced mowing frequency is desired, choose BS Slow Grow Grass Seed (previously called Low Maintenance). This blend of slow growing grasses can be close mown or left to grow longer to create a simple grass meadow.
- Exhibits excellent tolerance to shaded, dry, or infertile conditions
- Mow close for lawn situations or as little as twice per year for general landscaping and meadow creation
- Can be mixed with wildflower seed to create more diverse grassland areas
- Contains: 25% chewings fescue, 60% strong creeping red fescue, 5% slender creeping red fescue, 7% smooth stalked meadow grass and 3% crested dogstail
- Sow at 35 grams per sq/m for close mown areas or 10-20 grams per sq/m for grass meadows
- For best results, use with Pre-Seeding Fertiliser and a spreader
Create a diverse wild grass meadow with this mix of nine attractive meadow grasses and provide vital habitat for a range of wildlife, including wild birds, small mammals and a large range of invertebrates.
- Beautiful wild grasses to create a natural grass meadow
- Provides vital shelter and habitat for a range of wildlife
- Creates a permanent grass sward, requiring only one or two cuts per year
- Contains: 27% Strong Creeping Red Fescue, 15% Meadow Fescue, 15% Chewing's Fescue, 10% Hard Fescue, 10% Tall Fescue, 8% Smooth Stalk Meadow Grass, 6% Sheep’s Fescue, 5% Highland Bent, 4% Smaller Cat's Tail
- Sow at 20 grams per sq/m - 20kg covers 1000sq/m
- Suitable for mixing with wildflower seeds for more diversity and to provide pollen and nectar for bees, butterflies and other pollinators. We recommend using BSRE Restore and Enrich Wildflowers Seeds for both first year colour and a long-lasting floral meadow
Boston Seeds are proud to supply the EnviroSeeds range for biodiversity and sustainable farming.
Use this mixture for IPM2 Sustainable Farming Incentive (Flower-Rich Margins) and AB8 Countryside Stewardship (Flower-Rich Margins and Plots), to provide an abundant supply of pollen and nectar-rich flowers for pollinators and beneficial insects and encourage natural crop pest predators.
- Also attractive to farmland birds
- Annual production of flowers for the length of the agreement.
- Suitable for Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI): IPM2
- Suitable for Countryside Stewardship (CSS): AB8 GS8 GS14 SW1 SW2 SW3 SW4 SW7 SW8 WT1 WT2
- Contains: 40% Strong Creeping Red Fescue, 25% Chewings Fescue, 15% Slender Creeping Fescue, 5% Smooth Stalk Meadow Grass, 3.75% Berseem Clover, 3.75% Common Vetch, 1.5% Crimson Clover, 1.5% Persian Clover, 2.5% Red Clover, 0.5% Birdsfoot Trefoil, 0.25% Ribwort Plantain, 0.25% Sheep’s Parsley, 0.25% Lucerne, 0.25% Yellow Trefoil, 0.25% Yarrow, 0.25% White Clover
- Sowing rate: 20kg/ha. Pack size: 20kg
Boston Seeds are proud to supply the EnviroSeeds range for biodiversity and sustainable farming.
Use this premium mixture for wildflower meadows, to provide rich habitat for butterflies, insects, birds & small mammals. Enhanced mixture to comply with IPM2 Sustainable Farming Incentive (Flower-Rich Margins) and AB8 Countryside Stewardship (Flower-Rich Margins and Plots).
- An extended number of species of grass, legumes and wildflowers
- Can be sown on its own or with other wildflower mixtures
- Suitable for Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI): IPM2
- Suitable for Countryside Stewardship AB8 GS4 GS8 GS14 SW1 SW2 SW3 SW4 SW7 SW8 WT1 WT2
Contains: 30% Strong Creeping Red Fescue, 10.75% Chewing's Fescue, 10% Hard Fescue, 10% Timothy, 10% Slender Creeping Red Fescue, 6% Smooth Stalk Meadow Grass, 5% Red Clover, 5% Sainfoin, 4% Sheep's Fescue, 2.5% Alsike Clover, 1.5% Ribwort Plantain, 1.5% Birdsfoot Trefoil, 0.75% Yarrow, 0.5% Meadow Foxtail, 0.5% Selfheal, 0.5% Oxeye Daisy, 0.5% Sheep's Sorrel, 0.5% Common Knapweed, 0.5% Wild Carrot - Sowing rate: 20kg/ha.
Meadow Grass Seed from Boston Seeds
Here at Boston Seeds, our meadow grass seed mixes contain a variety of different meadow grass species to create the perfect grass meadow. Perfect for creating a wild grassland area - you can choose to add wildflowers for diversity or simply keep it as grass.
Our meadow grass seed mixtures are perfect for grass verges, orchards, gardens, or anywhere where you’re looking to create a diverse, low-maintenance meadow.
Why choose Boston Seeds?
With over two decades of experience, Boston Seeds is a family-run business whose passion lies in creating beautiful outdoor spaces with high-quality grass seed and wildflowers.
When buying from Boston Seeds, you are buying:
- Quality assurance: Every one of our meadow grass seed mixes has been expertly curated and rigorously tested to ensure they create outstanding meadows.
- Customer satisfaction: We take pride in providing the best possible service and product for our customers. If you’ve got any questions or concerns our team is always happy to help.
- Expert advice: We are always on hand to help provide expert advice on planting and sowing your meadow grass seed to ensure you get the best lawn. Take a look at our advice section or get in touch.
- Versatility: Whatever your needs and requirements are, we’ve got the meadow grass seed mixture for you.
Meadow Grass Seed FAQs
How long does meadow grass seed take to grow?
There are many different types of meadow grass seen which does mean it will depend on the species you’re growing. Usually, meadow grass takes up to about two weeks to germinate. It is important to ensure the grass has plenty of sunlight, oxygen and water to help it grow.
How to prepare the ground for meadow grass seed?
Ground preparation is important to ensure your meadow grass can grow. We recommend clearing the ground as much as possible, once cleared, create a clean level seedbed. After the meadow grass seed has been scattered, roll the ground after to ensure the seed is embedded in the soil.
If you are adding meadow seed to existing grass, make sure to cut the grass back short. Then rake or scarify the ground before scattering the seed and again rolling the ground to ensure the soil is embedded in the soil.