Grassy Field Corners & Blocks 20kg – AHL3 / AHL4 / AB3 / SW4

Sowing Rate: 10kg per acre | 20kg bag covers approximately 2 acres

The Grassy Field Corners & Blocks Seed Mix is a specialist, ryegrass-free perennial grass seed mixture designed for establishing an intact grass sward in field corners, blocks and other agricultural areas managed for farmland wildlife. The 100% grass formulation combines Creeping Red Fescue, Tall Fescue, Chewings Fescue, Cocksfoot and Slender Red Fescue to create a diverse, dense grass cover.

Designed for UK farms, farmers, landowners, estates, agronomists and environmental land management professionals, this specialist grass seed mix is suited to areas where maintaining established grass cover can provide habitat for farmland wildlife while reducing the need for regular vehicle access across the managed area.

The combination of fine-leaved fescues and tussock-forming perennial grasses provides a varied grass sward, with a stated height of approximately 30–60cm and flowering period from May to August. The mixture is completely ryegrass-free, making it suitable for applications where a specialist perennial grass formulation is required.

Sow directly into a prepared seedbed at 10kg per acre, broadcasting between March and September. One 20kg bag covers approximately 2 acres at the recommended sowing rate.

Schemes

AHL3 / AHL4 / AB3 / SW4

This specialist ryegrass-free grass seed mix is intended for grassy field corners, blocks and associated environmental land management areas. Always check the current requirements of the relevant SFI or Countryside Stewardship action before purchasing and sowing, including requirements relating to seed species, establishment, location, management and eligibility.

Features & Benefits

• Specialist seed mix for grassy field corners and blocks
• Ryegrass-free formulation
• 100% perennial grass seed mixture
• Contains five perennial grass species
• Designed to establish an intact grass sward
• Provides dense ground cover
• Suitable for farmland wildlife habitat areas
• Designed for agricultural environmental management
• Suitable for field corners and dedicated grass blocks
• Supports established grass cover throughout the year
• Diverse mixture of fescues and tussock-forming grass
• Includes Creeping Red Fescue, Tall Fescue and Chewings Fescue
• Contains Cocksfoot and Slender Red Fescue
• Approximate height of 30–60cm
• Stated flowering period of May–August
• Suitable for direct sowing into a prepared seedbed
• Broadcast sowing from March to September
• Recommended sowing rate of 10kg/acre
• 20kg bag covers approximately 2 acres
• Suitable for UK farms, estates and agricultural land management projects

Applications

The Grassy Field Corners & Blocks Seed Mix is intended for:

• Grassy field corners
• Grassy field blocks
• Farmland wildlife habitat
• Agricultural environmental areas
• Areas requiring an intact grass sward
• Ryegrass-free grass areas
• Wildlife habitat within agricultural landscapes
• Areas where dense perennial grass cover is required
• Environmental land management areas
• SFI and Countryside Stewardship projects where the mixture meets the applicable requirements

Application Rate

10kg per acre

A 20kg pack covers approximately 2 acres at the recommended sowing rate.

Actual coverage can vary depending on seedbed preparation, establishment conditions and sowing method.

When to Sow

March to September

Broadcast the seed directly into a well-prepared seedbed.

Good seedbed preparation and suitable soil conditions are important for successful establishment. Always follow the requirements of the relevant environmental land management agreement where applicable.

Pack Size

20kg bag

Approximate coverage: 2 acres at 10kg/acre.

Seed Mixture

Key Species

Creeping Red Fescue – 50%
The principal species in the mixture, contributing to the established ryegrass-free grass sward and dense ground cover.

Tall Fescue – 20%
A perennial grass contributing to the structure and coverage of the established sward.

Chewings Fescue – 10%
A fine-leaved fescue included to increase species diversity within the perennial grass mixture.

Cocksfoot – 10%
A perennial grass with a tussock-forming growth habit, providing structural diversity within the established grass sward.

Slender Red Fescue – 10%
A further fine-leaved fescue contributing to the diverse, ryegrass-free grass formulation.

Ryegrass-Free Grass Seed for UK Environmental Land Management

This ryegrass-free grass seed mix provides a straightforward option for establishing dedicated grass areas within agricultural landscapes. The five-species formulation combines fescues with Cocksfoot to create an established perennial grass sward suitable for field corners, wildlife blocks and environmental areas.

For farmers and landowners managing SFI, Countryside Stewardship and other environmental land management areas, the mix can be considered where a suitable grass sward is required and the product composition meets the relevant agreement requirements.

Establishment

• Prepare a suitable seedbed before sowing.
• Broadcast the seed evenly across the prepared area.
• Sow at 10kg per acre.
• Sow between March and September.
• Ensure establishment and subsequent management comply with the requirements of the applicable environmental scheme or agreement.

Specification