Yellow rattle (Rhinanthus minor/Gliográn) seed
€15.00
Recently harvested by hand from a beautiful Burren meadow, Yellow rattle (Rhinanthus minor/Gliográn) seeds have been dried and packed and are now for sale! Often referred to as ‘The Meadow Maker’, Yellow rattle is a hemi-parasitic plant that plays a key role in reducing vigorous grass growth and promoting wildflower diversity – making it an ideal species for anyone seeking to establish or enhance a natural wildflower meadow.
- Max 3 packs per order
- Proceeds will directly fund the important work of the Burrenbeo Conservation Volunteers
- In line with best practice guidance, we recommend these seeds are used for sowing locally in County Clare and surrounding counties only
(Following instructions come with the seed packet)
Seeds need to be sown fresh so sow as soon as possible. A handful of seeds are enough for approximately 1m². You only need a few plants to grow in the first year as they’ll produce much more seed for you in following years.
- Cut the grass as short as possible where you intend to sow. Remove hay or clippings and scarify with a rake to expose small patches of bare soil
- Scatter seeds by hand directly onto the soil surface and gently tread into the soil
- Do not mow the patch next spring to protect seedlings
- To manage a meadow for wildflowers keep the grass short in late autumn and winter and remove clippings
For more information on creating and maintaining a wildflower meadow see https://pollinators.ie/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Meadow-Guideline-2023-WEB.pdf