Colour Boost will satisfy the desire to bring aesthetic appeal to public spaces, while providing valuable habitat and a source of food to a rich variety of wildlife. For butterflies, bees and other pollinators they provide a valuable source of pollen and nectar at a time when many areas of their natural environment are under threat. • Easy to grow, with relatively low levels of input required throughout the season • Cost-effective way of improving the aesthetic appeal of a space • Robust, fast-flowering mixtures with long-lasting results • Improve engagement and interaction with the environment • Reduce water and chemical consumption • Improve biodiversity and create habitats for wildlife How to optimise results from the Colour Boost range Sowing of Colour Boost should ideally take place in the spring, when the soil is warm and moist enough to encourage germination. Late March or early April are optimal, however late spring frosts should be avoided. Sowing can then take place right through until the end of June. Mixtures are tolerant of a wide variety of soil types, making them suited to a range of sites including golf courses, parks & public spaces, grounds, gardens and highways. Try to avoid shaded areas – most species within the Colour Boost mixtures prefer full, or at least half, sun. They will also prefer soils that can retain some moisture. Land should also be avoided that is susceptible to weed ingress such as landfills or old vacant areas. For further information on how to sow and maintain Colour Boost, see page 14. Contents Colour Boost Testimonial Colour Boost at Wildheart Animal Sanctuary 4 Carnival A stunning celebration of bright and bold annuals 5 Floral Carpet Lower growing annuals to recreate a summer meadow 6 Skyscraper Light the sky with high impact taller growing species 7 Biodiversity Deliver colour & life with this important mix for wildlife 8 Honey Bee & Butterfly A mix of flowering species popular with pollinators 9 Blush Annuals to appeal to the heart, in tones of roses & red 10 Classical A regal mix of beautiful blues and wonderful whites 11 Chameleon Ever-changing mix for bold colour throughout the season 12 Poppy 100% Poppy - The epitome of remembrance & reflection 13 Colour Boost Technical Guide 14 Amenity Flower Mixtures
RkJQdWJsaXNoZXIy NzIzMzk0