In late Spring 2016, Friends of Kingsmead Field initiated a project to create a wildflower meadow. Over 100 members of the local community took part in preparing the ground and planting the seeds. The result was a riot of colour that continues to produce a variety of wildflowers over 12 months later. In addition, many other wildflowers grow around the field, some naturally seeded, others planted by volunteers or committee members. Here are a collection of photos to celebrate all things wildflower!
White campion
Corn poppy, cornflower and corn chamomile
Cornflower
Bistort
Daffodil and Cathedral
Corn poppy
Snowflake
Chicory
Dandelion and seed parachute
Yellow flag iris
Viper’s bugloss
Borage
Knapweed
Burdock
Corn Cockle
Corncockles, cornflowers, corn chamomile and corn marigold
Purple loosestrife
Wildflower trio
Meadow buttercups
Common Field Speedwell
Poppies
Cowslip
Teasel
Fox and cubs
Snowdrop