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question:Over the last few years Colour Splash mixtures have been used across many sites in the UK. The colour splash range create a varied and aesthetically pleasing environment that is well recieved by the general public. Benefitting wildlife as well the colour splash range creates a rich and varied food source for Bees, Butterflies and other pollinating insects. Easy to sow the Colour Splash range include the benefits of being only flowers no forrage or grasses, vigorous plants that are capable of competing with weeds, fast to establish producing long lasting flowers and a very cost effective way of creating colourful wild flower areas in any landscape. How does the Colour Splash range benefit wildlife and specifically, which pollinating insects are attracted to it?

answer:The Colour Splash range benefits wildlife by creating a rich and varied food source for pollinating insects such as bees and butterflies. The flowers in the mixture are only flowers, so they do not include any forage or grasses. This means that they provide a concentrated source of nectar and pollen for insects. The range is also composed of vigorous plants that can compete with weeds, ensuring that the area remains productive for pollinators. The flowers in the mixture are fast to establish and produce long-lasting blooms, which means that they provide a reliable food source throughout the growing season. The specific pollinating insects attracted to the Colour Splash range will depend on the species of flowers included in the mixture, but common visitors to wildflower areas include honeybees, bumblebees, solitary bees, hoverflies, and butterflies.

question:Can you recommend a specific type of Colour Splash mixture that would work well in my garden?

answer:I'm not sure about the specific details of your garden, such as the location and soil type. However, the colour splash range offers a variety of wildflower mixtures that are suitable for different environments and preferences: 1. Meadow mix - a mixture of wildflowers and herbs that creates a traditional british meadow style. 2. Annuals mix - a mixture of annual wildflowers that provides a quick burst of color in the first growing season. 3. Cornfield annuals - a mix of traditional cornfield annual wildflowers that mimic the look of a traditional uk countryside. 4. Bee & butterfly mix - a mix of flowers with nectar-rich blooms that attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinating insects to your garden. 5. Woodland mix - a combination of woodland wildflowers that provides beautiful color under canopy trees. you can consult with a local garden specialist or nursery to help you choose the best colour splash mixture that would work well for your garden.

question:Can you provide more information about the flowering period of the Annuals Mix and the Bee & Butterfly Mix? I want to ensure that there are flowers blooming throughout the growing season.

answer:The Annuals Mix typically flowers from late spring to early fall. The mix contains a variety of annual wildflowers that bloom at different times, ensuring that there is always some color in your garden. The Bee & Butterfly mix includes a range of perennial and annual wildflowers that bloom from spring to fall. The mix focuses on nectar-rich flowers that attract pollinators, and the different species bloom at slightly different times, which ensures a long-lasting food source for bees and butterflies. Both mixtures have been designed to include a variety of flower species that bloom at different times, ensuring that there is a consistent food source for pollinators throughout the growing season. With proper care and maintenance, your garden can display a range of colors and attract pollinators from spring to fall.

question:That's great to know. Can you remind me again which of the Colour Splash mixtures would be best for attracting bees and butterflies? I think I want to focus on that for my garden.

answer:Sure! The best Colour Splash mixture for attracting bees and butterflies would be the Bee & Butterfly Mix. This mixture is specifically designed to include nectar-rich flowers that are known to be attractive to pollinators, such as bees and butterflies. It contains a mix of both annuals and perennials, providing a long-lasting food source throughout the growing season. The Bee & Butterfly mix is a beautiful way to add color to your garden while helping to support the declining population of pollinators.