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Pictorial Meadows Annual Pastel Seed Mix: A symphony of colours from spring to frost Arrow right

Pictorial Meadows’ Pastel seed mix, originally designed by Professor Nigel Dunnett from the Landscape Department at the University of Sheffield, is a testament to the artistry and science behind naturalistic planting. This annual mix, born out of research into colour waves found in nature, has become a favourite for its unique, sophisticated appearance and extended […]

Mansfield Sustainable Flood Resilience Project Arrow right

Over the past few months, The Green Estate’s Landscape Team have been working hard installing SuDS (Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems) in various locations across Mansfield as part of the town’s Sustainable Flood Resilience Project. In collaboration with Arup and Severn Trent, the project aims to improve flood resilience in Mansfield via the creation of rain […]

Increasing biodiversity in gardens and urban spaces with Pictorial Meadows Arrow right

We live in a world where access to nature is increasingly limited, especially in our towns and cities. In our rapidly urbanising world, green spaces are becoming increasingly vital – not only for our mental wellbeing, but also for the health of our planet. Introducing biodiversity into gardens and urban spaces is a key step […]

Update on works at Manor Fields Park (17 Jan 2024) Arrow right

It’s the start of a new year and we are delighted to see activity back onsite at Manor Fields Park to install the Sustainable Urban Drainage Scheme (SuDS). With the weather going through a drier spell, we have been able to restart work, and you may have seen the reintroduction of the welfare unit and […]

How to bring colour into your planting this year Arrow right

With Pictorial Meadows‘ range of reliable and resilient annual meadow seeds, you can enjoy constantly changing colour combinations from late spring through to early autumn. Blue Hues The varied cool blues, whites, mauves and purples of the Aqua mix were designed to represent the shimmering waters of the Olympic aquatic centre. Carnival of Colour The […]

Shining the spotlight on Pictorial Meadows’ Classic mix Arrow right

Adaptive, engaging and resilient are the three concepts that drive innovation at Pictorial Meadows. Working alongside partners such as the University of Sheffield, they have been at the forefront of developing stunning designer meadows for our urban spaces for twenty years. Ever-changing colour Pictorial Meadows’ flower mixes are truly adaptive, engaging and resilient – none […]

Update on works at Manor Fields Park (14 Dec 2023) Arrow right

In recent months, you may have noticed some activity at Manor Fields Park. This is part of a project to install a Sustainable Urban Drainage Scheme (SuDS). It is designed to ease pressure on Sheffield’s watercourse and sewer, and will also create a ‘wetland’ environment that will enhance biodiversity and improve visitor experience. It was […]