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Wildflowers for coastal ex-lawn patch in Scotland

#1 · 30th May 2023, 2:47 pm

Hi there, looking for advice on plants (mainly wildflowers, meadow type flowers) to plant in a patch where we had lawn. It would be nice to have some perennials too. Garden faces east and is by the sea in Aberdeenshire. Any advice much appreciated.

#2 · 31st May 2023, 7:59 pm

Hi @myrtlesmare

Thanks for your question about hardy perennial wild flower meadow plants.

Have you read my guide on creating a perennial wild flower meadow? It features plenty of plants that other guides miss that are tough and suitable for more exposed gardens.

There's a video guide below to help as well!