Signed, completely understand hooperman's contribution, but it is not something I have ever considered. Having said that, shaving grass on verges must use a considerable amount of fuel and person hours to maintain to the level they sometimes do. My understanding is that wildflower full verges will remain un-mowed throughout the summer to allow the flowers to produce seed, and that they will have to been prepared to discourage grass growth in order to give the flowers the best chance of thriving. I imagine when choosing which seed mix to use in reseeding, vehicle lines and visibility will be taken into consideration. It will not be cheap, you can't just plant wild flowers in fast growing thick grass, the area (verge) needs to be prepared to enable the flowers to flourish. It has to be done safely, and as I have said if it is under those above, I believe it could be done. Whether it can be done economically is another matter! You would need to measure the cost of preparing suitable verges and maintaining them, against the long term savings off less regular mowing! I signed because a low growing flower rich sward is possible, the wildflower meadow at Millennium Green Derrington is an great example. Even though I expect it would prove more costly I think the environmental benefits would be worth it. If it ever happens, you better get used to scraping Insects off your windscreen! I am sure people have noticed how fewer 'splats' there have been as years go by. I think it would be a tiny price well worth paying! A significant increase in mini-beasts would have a massive effect on the environment and wildlife! Bring it On!