You can now redeem your Turf Rewards points on wildflower seed mixes to create valuable Operation Pollinator habitats.
There are three different mixes, each selected by specialists to be suitable for individual styles of golf course environment - parkland; heathland and links.
They include a range of flower species to provide a prolonged period of pollen and nectar food source for a diverse range of bees, butterflies and other insects - as well as the designated areas creating essential areas for breeding and overwintering.
All of the mixes include some species that are relatively easy to establish and quick to deliver pollen and nectar, as well as others that might require longer or specific conditions to thrive. They are all designed with some perennial species for a long-lasting habitat creation.
Parkland wildflower mix
What's in the mix:
| Black knapweed | Wild carrot |
| Field scabious | Bird's-foot trefoil |
| Selfheal | Wild red clover |
| Lady's bedstraw | Yellow rattle |
| Ribwort plantain |
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Heathland wildflower mix
What's in the mix:
| Black knapweed | Wild carrot |
| Bird's-foot trefoil | Selfheal |
| Wild red clover | Lady's bedstraw |
| Devils bit scabious | Yellow rattle |
| Ribwort plantain |
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Links wildflower mix
What's in the mix:
| Black knapweed | Wild carrot |
| Field scabious | Bird's-foot trefoil |
| Selfheal | Wild red clover |
| Lady's bedstraw | Yarrow |
| Kidney vetch | Yellow rattle |
| Ribwort plantin |
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Over the coming months we will be adding further information and advice on how to establish and manage your Operation Pollinator wildflower habitats.
Check back for further information or follow the GreenCast Advisory blog for in-season tips and ideas.