Our offices will be closing at 1 pm on Friday 13 December 2024 and will reopen on Monday 6 January 2025.
Orders received between Thursday 4 pm on 12 December 2024 and Monday 6 January 2025 will be shipped between Monday 6 January and Friday 10 January 2025.
Thereafter normal shipping days apply.
Our pollinator mixture contains flowering crop's of various shapes, sizes and colours that does not only look stunning aesthetically, but also keeps pollinators happy. The mixture is carefully put together to ensure an extended flowering period, providing the perfect habitat for beneficial insects such as natural predators and bees.
Pollinator mixes offer numerous benefits, including supporting diverse pollinator populations, enhancing food security, and improving overall ecosystem health by providing habitat, nectar, and pollen sources.
Supporting Pollinator Populations:
Increased Diversity: Pollinator mixes, containing various flower species, attract a wider range of pollinators, including bees, butterflies, and other insects.
Extended Flowering Periods: Mixes with plants that bloom at different times ensure a continuous food source for pollinators throughout the growing season.
Habitat Creation: Pollinator mixes provide essential habitat, including shelter, nesting sites, and food sources for pollinators and beneficial insects.
Native Plant Diversity: Promoting native plant diversity through pollinator mixes supports the natural ecosystem and helps maintain biodiversity.
Food Security and Crop Production:
Pollination of Crops: Pollinators are essential for the pollination of many crops, including fruits, vegetables, and nuts, which directly impacts food production.
Increased Crop Yields: Pollinator visits to crops can lead to larger, more flavorful fruits and higher crop yields.
Ecosystem Health:
Soil Health: Deep roots of pollinator plants can improve soil structure, reduce erosion, and enhance water infiltration.
Water Quality: Pollinator plants can filter and store water on the landscape, reducing runoff and improving water quality.
Reduced Chemical Use: Established pollinator plants may require less use of fertilizers and herbicides, reducing pollution.
Wildlife Habitat: Pollinator mixes can provide habitat for a variety of wildlife species, including birds, mammals, and other insects.
Other Benefits:
Aesthetic Appeal: Pollinator mixes can add beauty and colour to landscapes.
Educational Opportunities: Pollinator gardens can be used to educate people about the importance of pollinators and the need for conservation.
We recommend sowing at a rate of 3.5 grams per square meter.
The Autumn / Winter Pollinator Mix contains SSL 10 Lupin, Mandelup Lupin, Common Vetch, Barco White Mustard and Astronaut Peas.
For more info on our cover crop and pollinator mixes please click here.
Our offices will be closing at 1 pm on Friday 13 December 2024 and will reopen on Monday 6 January 2025.
Orders received between Thursday 4 pm on 12 December 2024 and Monday 6 January 2025 will be shipped between Monday 6 January and Friday 10 January 2025.
Thereafter normal shipping days apply.
