Bee's Range API Flore Summer Flowering 100m2

Planting Bee’s Range API Flore Summer Flowering (100 m²)

• Product overview: Bee’s Range API Flore Summer Flowering is a specialist wildflower seed mix designed to support bees and other pollinators. It contains a carefully selected blend of nectar- and pollen-rich annual flowers, creating a colourful, wildlife-friendly display over approximately 100 square metres.

• When to sow:

  • Sow outdoors from April to May, once the risk of frost has passed and soil temperatures begin to rise.

  • In suitable conditions, sowing can continue into early June for later summer flowering.

• Site selection:

  • Choose a sunny, open site for best establishment and flowering.

  • Pollinator-friendly flowers perform best in full sun with good air circulation.

• Soil preparation:

  • Prepare a clean seedbed by removing existing vegetation, weeds, stones, and debris.

  • Cultivate the soil to a depth of 10–15cm and rake to create a fine, level surface.

  • Avoid adding fertiliser or compost, as wildflowers prefer low-fertility soil and excessive nutrients encourage grass and leaf growth.

• Sowing method:

  • Mix seed with dry sand to help achieve even distribution across a large area.

  • Broadcast seed evenly by hand or spreader.

  • Lightly rake so seed is just covered with soil.

• Firming and watering:

  • Firm the soil lightly using a roller or by walking over boards.

  • Water gently using a fine spray if conditions are dry.

Ongoing Care and Maintenance

• Watering:

  • Keep soil lightly moist during germination, which typically takes 7–21 days depending on weather.

  • Once established, watering is usually unnecessary except during prolonged drought.

• Thinning and establishment:

  • If seedlings emerge very densely, light thinning can improve airflow and plant health.

  • A varied, natural density is normal and desirable for wildlife mixes.

• Weed control:

  • Control weeds early, particularly fast-growing annual weeds.

  • Hand weeding or careful hoeing is recommended during the establishment phase.

• Feeding:

  • Do not feed. Added nutrients reduce flower diversity and encourage grass dominance.

• Pesticide use:

  • Avoid pesticides and herbicides, as these harm bees and beneficial insects.

  • The mix is designed to support natural pest control through biodiversity.

• Pests and problems:

  • Slugs may damage young seedlings in damp conditions, though losses are usually minimal over large areas.

  • Good site preparation is the key to long-term success.

Flowering, Wildlife Benefits, and Aftercare

• Flowering period:

  • Bee’s Range API Flore Summer Flowering typically blooms from early summer through to autumn, depending on sowing time and seasonal weather.

  • Different species flower in succession, ensuring a continuous food source for pollinators.

• Wildlife value:

  • The mix provides nectar and pollen for bees, bumblebees, hoverflies, butterflies, and other beneficial insects.

  • Increased insect activity supports wider biodiversity, including birds and natural predators.

• Management during flowering:

  • Allow flowers to grow and bloom naturally without cutting during the season.

  • Avoid disturbance to maximise nectar availability.

• End-of-season management:

  • After flowering finishes, allow plants to set seed before cutting.

  • Cut and remove vegetation in late autumn once seeds have dropped.

• Soil management:

  • Removing cut material helps keep soil fertility low, which benefits wildflower diversity.

  • Avoid mulching or adding compost after cutting.

• Reseeding:

  • Some species may self-seed naturally, but for a consistent and reliable display, re-sowing annually is recommended for summer annual mixes.

• Long-term use:

  • Ideal for large garden areas, orchards, field margins, community spaces, and conservation planting.

  • Works well as part of a wider pollinator-support planting scheme.

• Maintenance level:

  • Once established, maintenance is minimal, making it suitable for large-scale planting with low ongoing input.

Bee’s Range API Flore Summer Flowering is an effective and environmentally responsible choice for creating a vibrant 100 m² flower display while providing essential food and habitat for pollinators throughout the summer season

We currently only deliver within the island of Ireland, other countries can be quoted for by contacting [email protected] or via telephone on 06964084
 

Standard Delivery is FREE on orders over €250*

All standard deliveries will be completed within 5-7 working days via Fastway Couriers, any delay to this delivery time, the customer will be notified by One of our staff.

The in-Store delivery charge will vary compared with online, in-store delivery charge is done on a case by case basis. 

* Only mainland Ireland addresses qualify for free delivery.
 

Live Plants Delivery

Our live plants are packed with care and diligence by our staff, our horticulturists review each plant before despatch to ensure quality is maintained.
Live Plant delivery charges are not calculated on weight but on the space required per package to ensure safe delivery, so delivery charges may vary as some plants require more space than others when packed.
All live plants are despatched within 3-5 working days where possible, our couriers aim to deliver within 48 hours of despatch from our Garden Centre to allow the plant to arrive in healthy condition.
 

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