The Responsible Sourcing Scheme for Growing Media has been developed by the Growing Media Association under the auspices of the Horticultural Trades Association and in collaboration with leading retailers, Defra and NGO’s.It assesses the impact of each raw material that accounts for more than 5% of the volume of the mix against seven criteria. Learn More
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SylvaGrow Rose, Tree and Shrub Planting Compost
SylvaGrow® Rose, Tree and Shrub is a rich, friable, carefully formulated planting compost for effective establishment in garden soils. 100% peat-free and containing balanced slow-release nutrients, it is based on a Melcourt compost widely used throughout the UK by professional landscapers. Available in 40 litre packs and 0.6m3 bulk bags
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John Innes SEED Compost
Our John Innes Seed Peat Free compost is made from the 50 year old recipe of loam and horticultural grit combined with bark fines and COIR. It has a peat free formula but with the addition of loam gives the seeds a base fertiliser to begin their germination and establishment of young plants. Our John Innes Seed Peat Free compost is a best seller for sowing seeds and seedlings as it provides a balanced nutrient supply, the loam based composition makes it easier to water and to re-wet it also acts as a store for water retention. Our compost has a pH of 5.5 which is the optimum level for the absorption of nutrients such as calcium and nitrogen from the soil to young roots that are developing."
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Miracle-Gro Evergreen Lawn Dressing
An application of 100% organic Miracle-Gro EverGreen Lawn Dressing (commonly known as ‘top dressing’) will improve the root zone of the lawn grasses, as it reduces compaction and increases aeration. It encourages increased grass root activity which will improve the lawns ability to withstand hard wear and drought conditions. The organic matter will also help to maintain an acid balance in the soil which will encourage healthy turf growth and grass to thrive.
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Premium Bark Chunks
Professional quality, decorative pine bark pieces. 100% sustainable: harvested, sourced & produced in the UK. Suitable for a wide range of garden applications including laying bark pathways, mulching beds, suppressing weeds and saving water in beds & borders. Available in 50 litre bags.
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Essentials by Levington Multi Purpose Compost
Essentials Multi Purpose Compost can be used in pots and containers, beds and borders and hanging baskets. Works well for all young and established plants, flowers, fruits and vegetables, and will feed them for up to 4 weeks. Great for houseplants, bedding plants, perennials, herbs, shrubs, trees, fruit and vegetables.
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Westland Farmyard Manure
Westland Farmyard Manure is a rich organic compost ideal for use all around the garden. Perfect for flowers, fruit & vegetables, as well as roses, trees and shrubs.
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Miracle-Gro Premium All Purpose Compost
A Premium All Purpose Compost that caters the needs of all young and mature potted plants. Its unique formulation of 3 different patents will feed your plants for 6 months, provide the optimum structure for the roots to grow strong and prevent water to dry out fast, as a result your plants will thrive. Waterlock Technology where it absorbs up to 25% more water than ordinary compost Smart Release Feeding for up to 6 months Fibre Smart Technology to ensure the optimum balance of air and water for strong roots and healthier plants
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Moregro Rose, Tree & Shrub Compost
Our MoreGro Rose, Tree and Shrub is completely peat free, it contains sustainable forest by-products which are high in nutrients and organic matter that is perfect for roses, trees and shrubs. The fibres that are incorporated into our mix secures air for roots to breath, drains excess water and this helps to deliver strong roots for roses, trees and shrubs. The Bio fibres give a coarse texture which is perfect for all potting needs, promoting healthy root growth and resists compaction. We have also added a wetting agent to prevent drying out of the soils and to help maintain the structure of the soil after planting. Our product contains a base fertiliser of nitrogen for green leaves and shoot growth, phosphorus for strong root development and potassium for more flowering and fruit production. Like all our peat free products we have included seaweed to add 60 + more trace elements to roses, trees and shrubs promoting a healthy, long lasting and vibrant flowering.
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Bulrush Rose Tree & Shrub
Rose, tree & shrub compost
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Multipurpose Compost
Peat-free and Carbon Neutral compost. Based on a mix of coir, composted bark, recycled wood-fibre and green compost with added nutrients. Harmony Gardens Multipurpose Compost is the perfect potting compost, creating the ideal rooting and growing conditions for all plants growing in containers.
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Peat-Free Magic Mulch
Professional quality, 100% Peat-Free Natural Mulch. Soil Association Approved for Organic growing. Chemical free and natural. 100% sustainable: grown, harvested, sourced & manufactured in the UK. The by-product of renewable energy production. Protects plants roots, keeps weeds away, slugs don't like it but worms love it. Beds and borders look great with Magic Mulch, and they retain moisture in the ground more efficiently. Vegan friendly. Available in 50 litre bags.
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SylvaGrow John Innes No.2
Superb quality potting on compost with a friable and free-flowing texture. Perfect for potting on established plants, houseplants and vegetables plants in containers. Available in 22 litre pack.
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