Description
Black medick is a sprawling little meadow flower which has abundant yellow flowers. It has the advantage of a long flowering time from May through to October, and attracts many pollinating insects. It does prefer alkaline soil and may be found on roadside verges, and short grassland.
Other features:
In early Autumn from late August on wards this native wildflower has small black kidney shaped seeds. It is very common in Leicestershire and Rutland.
Wildlife attracted:
It is a nectar plant for many butterflies such as the Common Blue, Brown Argus, Gatekeeper and Meadow Brown. It will also attract moths and bees.
Available to buy online or from The Blooming Wild Plant Nursery, Somerset
