This video will explain how to practically enhance or create your wildflower meadow on a large scale

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whole_Crop.wmv Whole_Crop2.mov

This video will explain how your existing meadow can be managed to extend the range of wildflower and meadow species. Tips include the use of Yellow Rattle seed, value of plant plugs and importance of proper aftercare. The video also gives practical examples where this has been successful achieved, such as Great Dixter.

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Diversifying a wildflower meadow.wmv Diversifying a wildflower meadow.mov

If you are looking to create a new meadow, remember that not all sites are suitable for new species rich grassland. You will need to carefully select the site: is it near to an existing seed sources, is it damp enough and connected to other habitat features? This video will explain the site selection process and give more advice and pointers on choosing a good location - and the aftercare needed to ensure the success of your new grassland.
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Create_Grassland_from_Scratch.wmv Create_Grassland_from_Scratch.mov

In traditional meadows and pastures occasional 'weeds' such as docks and thistles are not usually a problem, If you are unable to view flash video you can download alternatives,
Weed_control.wmv Weed_control.mov

This video explores these traditional practices and focuses on the timing of the various stages of management and the types of machinery required. Maintaining wildflower grassland requires careful, traditional management.
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Managing_a_Hay_Meadow.wmv Managing_a_Hay_Meadow.mov

This introductory presentation gives an overview of meadow management and leads you into the following videos that help you to understand, identify and manage wildflower grasslands.Wildflower grasslands are a rare and threatened habitat. They are continuing to decline as they rely on traditional farming systems and continuous management to maintain their quality.
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Intro-web.wmv Intro-web.mov

This video will help you in learning many of the varieties of special neutral grassland plants wildflowers and grasses that you can find in traditional meadows and pastures. It includes guidelines and tips on how to identify these fantastic plants, and includes close up shots of the leaves and flowers. If you are unable to view flash video you can download alternatives,
Identifying_Meadow_Flowers_Web.wmv Identifying_Meadow_Flowers_Web.mov

This video helps to explains why unimproved neutral and acidic grasslands are now so rare.  These grasslands have formed over many years and include many different types, depending on the soil, local geology and what the land has been used for. Grasslands can go through several transitional stages and the video shows you how to distinguish one type of grassland from another.  If you are unable to view flash video you can download alternatives,
Understanding_Grassland.wmv Understand_Grassland.mov