April 2021 Wildflower Seeding News
More than 100 species of wildflower recorded in April survey – Sidmouth.
Sid Valley Biodiversity Group is carrying out a year-long survey of the valley’s herbaceous plants, recording what is in flower month by month. Volunteers from the group note which flowers they see when out walking around the town and in the countryside. It is not totally random, apart from casual walks, a number of sites around the valley have been selected for regular survey to represent a range of habitats. Read More
Plant of the Month: Celosia — A flowering plant with unusual and striking blossoms
April showers are supposed to encourage flowers in May. Here in Hawaii, we can enjoy flowers year-round but this spring might be a good time to plant a flowering plant with unusual and striking blossoms. It is a good time to consider planting some celosia. Grown as an annual in temperate climates this interesting genus of plants usually will continue producing colorful flowers for two years or more in Hawaii. Read More
12 wildflowers to see this spring in Asheville, NC
Includes Mountain Bellwort (Uvularia sessilifolia) and Red trillium (Trillium erectum) Read More.
People urged to do nothing for nature this May by letting lawn flowers bloom
Gardeners are being urged to “do nothing for nature” by leaving their lawnmower in the shed and letting wildflowers bloom on their lawns in May.
Plantlife is encouraging people to take part in its “No Mow May” campaign, leaving the lawn unmown for the month to boost the number of daisies, dandelions and other flowers that provide food for pollinators. Read More
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Wildflower Seeding by Oliver Brown Ltd
Wildflower seeding is popular for clients looking to increase biodiversity or add a spectacular array of colour, shape and tone to their landscape and provides a wonderful habitat creation for the local wildlife. Read More.
Check back next month for your May Wildflower Seeding News.