Part of the Seedball Wildflower Year Series March is the month of beginnings. It might not feel like spring every day — but look closely and you’ll see signs of the season gently waking. Buds are forming, birds are singing, and the first wildflowers are pushing up from the soil. This is a wonderful time […]
Part of the Seedball Wildflower Year Series February may still feel like the depths of winter, but signs of spring are quietly stirring. Look closely and you’ll see the very first wildflowers beginning to bloom, offering early nectar for pollinators and a gentle reminder that the earth is waking up. This month is all
If you’re looking for an eco-friendly, thoughtful gift — or simply something lovely for your own garden — then our super cute Wildflower Jars are perfect! These little jars are designed to bring native wildflowers into even the smallest spaces: balcony pots, window boxes, garden beds, or planters. Each jar contains eight peat-free, UK-made seed
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Creating a bee-friendly garden — whether you have a big backyard, a balcony planter or a windowsill pot — is incredibly rewarding! And we have made it even simpler! Our NEW Flowers for Bees Collection has all the wildflowers you need to help. As populations of bees and other pollinators decline, giving them a helping
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When most of us think of wasps, we picture our picnics under siege or a sharp sting we’d rather forget. But this September, inspired by reading Professor Seirian Sumner’s brilliant new book Endless Forms: The Secret World of Wasps, we’ve been rethinking these insects that are so often misunderstood. Far from being nature’s villains, Sumner showed
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If there’s one gardener’s secret we want to share, it’s this: Autumn is the magic season for wildflowers!! Scatter your seed balls now and nature will do most of the hard work for you. Cold Stratification: Nature’s germination trigger Many wildflower seeds are designed to wait till the time is just right. Seeds don’t like to
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Now, we know we are biased but we think there’s nothing better than seeing bees and butterflies buzzing around your garden – but with their habitats shrinking, they need our help more than ever. Pollinators are essential for a healthy ecosystem, but with fewer wild spaces available, gardens have become one of the most important
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This Valentine’s Day, why not share the love by transforming your garden into a haven for wildlife? Did you know that gardens in the UK cover an area of 433,000 hectares – an area so huuuuuge it’s comparable size to the whole of Norfolk! With over 15 million gardens across Britain, these green spaces together
Hi all! Winter is slowly loosening its grip and we are loving seeing hints of spring beginning to emerge, it’s the perfect time to start planning a transformation in your garden—a transformation that can help nature! At Seedball, we love wildflowers for their beauty and their ability to support our indispensable pollinators and supercharging biodiversity
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As Summer’s vivid colours begin to transition to the rich, warm tones of Autumn, there’s a wildflower gardening secret that often goes unnoticed: in the UK Autumn is the perfect time to scatter wildflower seed balls (and sow your collected seed from this years wildflowers). In the UK, Autumn typically begins to make its presence felt
You are probably growing herbs and salads for their amazing flavours and health benefits. But did you know they also are amazing for pollinators? When allowed to flower, they become buzzing hubs of activity, and they are quick to grow and to flower – making them a great choice to plant in summer months. And
Transform your garden into a bustling sanctuary for local wildlife with these ten easy tips from Seedball! Our mission is to nurture nature, and these simple steps will help you attract birds, bees, butterflies, and more to your outdoor space. Let’s dive in and make your garden a pollinator paradise! 1. Plant Native: Boost biodiversity
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Hello, Seedballers! It’s Ana, and I’m here to share some exciting news with all of you. Our latest creation – the Wildflower Lawn Flowers grab bag, bursting with 100 seed balls specially crafted to bring a burst of colour and life to your lawn! In collaboration with The Wildlife Trusts, this grab bag is an
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Over the last 50 years we have lost around 98% of our wildflower meadows, these natural sites were important wildlife rich habitats, teaming with biodiversity. Wildflowers provide important food for our native insects, not only nectar and pollen for bees, butterflies and moths but also caterpillars that feed on the plants. Insects may seem insignificant,
Attention nature lovers! Have you seen a rosy-breasted bullfinch or heard the cackling call of a jay lately? No? Well, here’s a super easy way to help with the on-going and important conservation of our feathered friends! Sign up to the RSPB’s #biggardenbirdwatch taking place over the last weekend of this month. Simply spend an
Hello nature lovers and garden enthusiasts! With the holiday season fast approaching, it’s the perfect time to spread joy while also taking care of our planet and the wildlife that surrounds us. At Seedball, we believe in celebrating Christmas in an eco-friendly and wildlife garden-friendly way. So, let’s explore some delightful ideas to make this
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