Ladybird Flower Mix is a blend of annuals and biennials designed to attract ladybirds, one of the most effective natural predators of aphids. If aphids are a recurring problem on your roses, beans or brassicas, sow this nearby.
Natural pest control that looks good and costs less than a bottle of spray. The flowers create habitat for ladybirds and other beneficial insects. Sow in spring for summer colour and pest protection.
🌱 Sowing information
Sow from March to June directly outdoors. Rake lightly to cover the seeds and keep the soil moist until germination.
☀️ Light exposure
Grows well in full sun or partial shade.
💧 Water needs
Water regularly during establishment. Once mature, the mix is generally drought‑tolerant.
🌡️ Germination temperature & time
Germinates in 10–20 days under mild temperatures.
📏 Plant spacing & final size
Broadcast sowing. Plants reach 20–80 cm depending on species.
Bullet Technical Data
🌱 Sowing depth: surface to 0.5 cm
📅 Sow: March–June
☀️ Light: full sun / partial shade
🌡️ Germination: 10–20 days
📏 Height: 20–80 cm
🪴 Spacing: broadcast sowing
⏳ Flowering: spring–autumn
🔢 Seeds: approx. standard packet
