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Pictorial Meadows High-impact meadow seeds and turf inspired by nature and designed by experts. Part of The Green Estate CIC.

Pictorial Meadows is a leader in designing and delivering naturalistic wildflower meadow landscapes, blending ecological research with horticultural expertise. Born from a long-standing partnership between the University of Sheffield and The Green Estate CIC, the company grew from ideas first explored by Professor Nigel Dunnett and rigorously developed by The Green Estate. With over two decades of experience, Pictorial Meadows offers the largest range of wildflower mixes and has developed specialist seed and meadow turf products that combine striking visual impact, ecological value and reliable long-term performance. Designed for biodiversity, sustainability and climate-resilient planting, these meadows set new standards – creating landscapes that endure, adapt and inspire.

An increasingly common challenge facing landscape professionals is the need to introduce planting schemes that can cope ...
14/10/2026

An increasingly common challenge facing landscape professionals is the need to introduce planting schemes that can cope with variable and extreme weather conditions.

As a result, it is becoming increasingly important that planting schemes do more than just look attractive – they need to be multifunctional.

Alongside creating visually impactful spaces for people to enjoy, planting schemes also need to contribute to climate resilience, reduce ongoing maintenance requirements and support biodiversity.

To find out more about the benefits of multifunctional planting schemes, check out the latest blog post on our website: https://bit.ly/4BbLL14

At The Green Estate CIC, we have one of the most impactful and innovative Nature-Based Solutions (NBS) teams in social e...
05/10/2026

At The Green Estate CIC, we have one of the most impactful and innovative Nature-Based Solutions (NBS) teams in social enterprise.

Using the turf and seed mixes of the Pictorial Meadows® brand, developed in partnership with the late Professor Nigel Dunnett, and our own specialist Grey to Green Soils and Substrate, our projects have ranged from installing high-impact meadows that increase biodiversity and pollinator habitats, to supporting the creation of Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) and regenerating urban landscapes.

With aspirations to grow our impact, reach and sales, we are expanding the Senior Leadership Team within NBS and are now recruiting an NBS Operations Director to work alongside our NBS Growth Director.

You may come from a background in commercial landscaping, horticulture, environmental services, manufacturing, operations, parks, construction, natural capital or other related sectors. What matters most is your ability to lead people, operations and commercial performance in a complex, purpose-led environment.

If you are an experienced operational leader who wants to grow a successful business while delivering tangible environmental and social impact, we would like to hear from you.

For more information about the role and how to apply, please visit our website: https://greenestate.org.uk/green-estate-job-vacancies/ -Operations-Director

30/09/2026

In this video, our Horticulture Innovation Manager Owen shows us some of the species found in the native meadows we sowed at Strathclyde Country Park earlier this year 🌼

29/09/2026

Earlier this month, our team visited North Lanarkshire to see how the meadows we sowed in spring were performing as part of North Lanarkshire Council’s Mega Flora project.

These meadows at the entrance to Strathclyde Country Park contain a variety of native annuals and perennials, many of which can be found in our Cornfield and Native Meadow seed mixes.

We’ll be sharing more information about these meadows in our next video (stay tuned!)

Pictorial Meadows® products are frequently used to transform gardens into vibrant, meadow-filled spaces buzzing with lif...
25/09/2026

Pictorial Meadows® products are frequently used to transform gardens into vibrant, meadow-filled spaces buzzing with life. In our latest customer case study, Gary and Michelle explain how they achieved this in their front garden using Pictorial Meadows Turf®:

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‘The two areas at the front of our house were badly overgrown and we needed to do something about it. We ideally wanted something low maintenance that would encourage wildlife and really liked the idea of having wildflower meadows in the areas at the front.

‘We installed Pictorial Meadows Turf® across the whole of our front garden, which is split into two sections as we have paved steps to the front door. Once established, it created quite a striking look at the front for everyone who visits or comes into our small close.

‘The results have exceeded our expectations.

‘2026 was the first full year and by mid-March, things were already springing into life. Temperatures this year have been ridiculous where we live, with weeks of 30°+ heat and no rainfall. Despite this, we’ve had no issues with the turf, so we can definitely say it’s drought tolerant.

‘The other outcome we wanted to achieve was to encourage wildlife and it’s certainly done that. Bees and butterflies love it, and no doubt the dense cover must be a haven for other insects which in turn has brought several species of birds. We’ve also had moths that we’ve never seen before like hummingbird hawk moths and tiger moths.

‘We have regularly asked staff at Pictorial Meadows® for advice and guidance, and this has been invaluable. Everyone we have contacted has always been happy to help. The after-sales service has been exceptional, and we can’t thank Pictorial Meadows® enough.’

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You can read the full case study on our website: https://bit.ly/3Ttn7ro

Last week, we were delighted to find out that Sheffield has won the AIPH World Green City Award for ‘Living Green for Ur...
22/09/2026

Last week, we were delighted to find out that Sheffield has won the AIPH World Green City Award for ‘Living Green for Urban Infrastructure and Liveability’.

This award recognises cities that promote and support nature-positive lifestyles for residents, visitors and businesses through a well-planned, designed and maintained built environment.

The pioneering Grey to Green initiative, designed by Professor Nigel Dunnett and Zac Tudor, has transformed parts of the city centre into sustainable green spaces that have delivered multiple benefits, including increasing biodiversity and reducing flood risk.

Our team have helped maintain the Grey to Green scheme since its installation, and you can find more information about The Green Estate’s involvement with the project on our website: www.greenestate.org.uk/grey-to-green-retrofit-suds-corridor

📸 Photos 1–5 by Alastair Johnstone-Hack (Climate Outreach)

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Many thanks to Kasia from Tunbridge Wells Borough Council for sharing these photos of our Woodland Fringe and Patchwork ...
18/09/2026

Many thanks to Kasia from Tunbridge Wells Borough Council for sharing these photos of our Woodland Fringe and Patchwork Quilt Turf on display at Dunorlan Park and Calverley Grounds earlier this year.

Pictorial Meadows Turf® is a proven and trusted solution for anyone looking to bring beauty and biodiversity to parks and public spaces. You can discover the full range on our website here: www.pictorialmeadows.co.uk/collections/turf

If you would like to use Pictorial Meadows Turf® in your own project or have any questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch. You can contact us by emailing [email protected] or calling 0114 267 7635.

Friends of Dunorlan Park Friends of Calverley Grounds

We've had some really interesting conversations today at GroundsFest at Stoneleigh Park; chatting to landscapers and gar...
16/09/2026

We've had some really interesting conversations today at GroundsFest at Stoneleigh Park; chatting to landscapers and garden designers about our and , plus councils and contractors about our work with nature-based ( ) schemes.
..Plus our Innovation Manager Owen Hayman spoke in the Landscape Theatre about the best use of resources to create better , alongside Paul Hutchinson from University of Oxford Parks.

We're back tomorrow, so if you're at the event, come and see us in Hall 3, the Zone, on stand L145.

Our team are in Nuremberg this week attending GaLaBau Internationale Leitmesse Urbanes Grün und Freiräume – the leading ...
15/09/2026

Our team are in Nuremberg this week attending GaLaBau Internationale Leitmesse Urbanes Grün und Freiräume – the leading international trade fair for the design, construction and maintenance of urban green spaces.

We’re looking forward to making new connections and introducing our Seed and Turf products to potential new customers across Europe.

You can find us in Hall 2 (Booth 2-514).

Developed from decades of meadow expertise, Pictorial Meadows Turf® provides a reliable solution for autumn planting pro...
11/09/2026

Developed from decades of meadow expertise, Pictorial Meadows Turf® provides a reliable solution for autumn planting projects where rapid establishment, resilience and long-term performance are essential.

Produced by expert growers and nurtured from seed germination to lifting, Pictorial Meadows Turf® arrives established and ready to lay, with all the specialist work done for you.

With 100+ wildflower varieties across the range, varied rooting depths and natural self-seeding, the planting community in Pictorial Meadows Turf® also adapts to changing climate conditions.

You can discover the full Pictorial Meadows Turf® range on our website: https://www.pictorialmeadows.co.uk/collections/turf

If you have any questions, our team are always happy to help. You can contact us by emailing [email protected] or calling 0114 267 7635.

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Manor Oaks Cottages, 449 Manor Lane
Sheffield
S21UP

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

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+441142677635

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