Meadow Lab launches new Wildflower Sod

Meadow Lab launched its new Wildflower Sod, a ready-to-install meadow solution that aims to bring beauty, biodiversity and ecological benefits to residential, municipal and commercial spaces, according to the company. 

Meadow Lab was founded by second-time entrepreneur Claire Chambers, who said her background in landscape design drives her commitment to sustainability.

Meadow Lab’s Wildflower Sod offers golf course superintendents and turfgrass professionals a sustainable replacement for traditional turfgrass. Designed for simple installation, it consists of regionally appropriate wildflowers and grasses rooted in a natural mat, mirroring the process of laying conventional sod but delivering more of an ecological impact in less time, according to the company. 

Inspired by growing models pioneered in the U.K., Wildflower Sod has been developed to grow in U.S. climates using native species and eco-forward installation practices.

According to Meadow Lab, key features of Wildflower Sod include:

• Rapid installation: Lays like conventional grass sod.
• Success rate: A dense, weed-suppressive root mat that can produce more dependable results than seeding or plugs.
• Faster establishment: Requires less cutting and labor in early years, making it faster to flower than other wildflower solutions.
• Eco-friendly and resilient: Supports pollinators and wildlife while reducing reliance on water, herbicides and fertilizers.

“We saw a clear need for landscapes that go beyond aesthetics — spaces that are functional, resilient and ecologically sound,” said Chambers. “Wildflower Sod gives professionals the tools to easily create thriving ecosystems, which we hope will enable many more of them to take root in the world.”

Traditional turfgrass contributes to habitat fragmentation, increased water usage and chemical runoff. In contrast, meadows restore biodiversity, boost soil health, manage stormwater and support native wildlife, according to the company. 

“More people are embracing landscapes that work in harmony with nature,” said Chambers. “By replacing traditional turf with meadows, we reduce inputs, decrease maintenance, support pollinators and reintroduce natural beauty into everyday spaces.”

Meadow Lab plans to expand its impact with new products and additional region-specific seed mixes.