14 April 2026
You may have been given wildflower seeds from On The Verge or any one of our supporter groups, or bought them from a reputable, local supplier.
For the best chance of success there are a few things to note, prior to sowing.
Courtesy of EMORSGATE SEEDS –
Wild Flower Seeds and Seed Mixtures - Emorsgate Seeds (wildseed.co.uk) - one of our trusted seed suppliers – you will find, below, detailed instructions on how to sow wildflower mixes.
ANNUAL FLOWER MIX
EC1 Standard Cornfield Mixture - Emorsgate Seeds (wildseed.co.uk)
PERENNIAL FLOWER MEADOW MIX
EM2 Standard General Purpose Meadow Mixture - Emorsgate Seeds (wildseed.co.uk)
On The Verge have extensive and wide-ranging experience of creating all kinds of wildflower areas – if in doubt please fill out our contact form. We’ll do our best to help.
Starting your own wildflower project may seem a little daunting, but will be so rewarding and, remember, you’ll be contributing to the general increase in well-being, not only of our flora and fauna, but also of humankind.
One last tip: DO NOT COVER YOUR SEEDS WITH SOIL.
It’s tempting to sow wildflower seeds as you would with, for example, carrot seeds. Creating a small line in the earth, thinly sowing, covering over and watering. Then thinning the small seedlings and letting the carrots grow on, prior to harvesting.
Wildflower seeds, along with all of their specific needs, require firm contact with the soil. When you’ve finished sowing
walk on the seeds, in several directions, giving them the chance to firmly contact with the soil.
Oh, and one last, last tip: Stick to the suppliers recommended sowing rates.
GOOD LUCK.
We look forward to receiving your pictures.
