Meadow In A Tray

UK-Native Wildflower Plug Plants

Consisting of 104 plug plants per tray and 8 different varieties (as standard), these ready-to-plant wildflowers plugs are a great way to establishing a diverse wildflower area or meadow with instant results and minimal effort. Each tray is filled with carefully selected wildflower plug plants, pre-grown and ready to establish quickly in your garden. Benefit from higher success rates than seeds, even distribution of plants, instant impact of flowers, better weed resistance and a season-long display with a mix of species within each tray.

The wildflower plugs, as standard, in each tray:

  • Birdsfoot Trefoil
  • Black Knapweed
  • Black Medick
  • Cowslip
  • Lady’s Bedstraw
  • Oxeye Daisy
  • Red Campion
  • Selfheal

Available in a tray of 104 plug plants

Our Wildflower Meadow-in-a-Tray contains a carefully selected blend of beautiful, pollinator-friendly native wildflowers. Each species has been chosen for colour, biodiversity value, and reliable performance in a meadow setting. Together they create a naturally balanced, long-flowering display that supports bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects.

Wildflower Species Included

Birdsfoot Trefoil (Lotus corniculatus)

A low-growing, golden-flowered perennial adored by bees and a vital food plant for several butterfly species.

Black Knapweed (Centaurea nigra)

A robust meadow classic with deep purple flower heads that attract a huge range of pollinators, especially bumblebees.

Black Medick (Medicago lupulina)

A nitrogen-fixing species with small yellow flowers that enriches the soil and provides excellent nectar.

Cowslip (Primula veris)

A spring-flowering favourite producing clusters of fragrant yellow blooms. Great early-season nectar source.

Lady’s Bedstraw (Galium verum)

A fine-leaved perennial with frothy clusters of tiny yellow flowers that offer soft texture and summer colour.

Oxeye Daisy (Leucanthemum vulgare)

A cheerful, tall daisy species that brings bright whites and yellows to the meadow and is loved by butterflies.

Red Campion (Silene dioica)

Vivid pink blooms that thrive in partial shade as well as sun, flowering for many months.

Selfheal (Prunella vulgaris)

A hardy purple-flowered perennial that spreads gently and provides valuable nectar all summer long.

 

Bespoke trays are available at certain garden centres and retailers.

Suitable for planting in a lawn, garden borders or to create a wildflower meadow

Apply in Spring (March–May) or Autumn (September–October). These seasons offer warmth and moisture, helping the plugs root quickly. Avoid planting during drought, frost, or heatwaves.

 

How to arrange plugs plants

Plug plants can be arranged to suit your desired look. For a dense wildflower garden, we recommend leaving no more of a gap than 5cm between plant - however wildflowers will naturally spread and over years reseed into a denser meadow. 

 

How to plant

How to plant a plug plant

 

Common mistakes

  • Planting plugs during very dry or hot weather.
  • Mowing too soon after planting.

  • Adding fertiliser or rich compost to lawns (discourages wildflowers).

  • Planting too shallow or too deep.

  • Overcrowding – allow space for natural spreading.

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