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The horticultural industry is working together to create responsibly sourced composts and soil mixes which lower potential impact on the environment

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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Levington John Innes Ericaceous

Ideal for final potting of ericaceous or acid loving plants like azaleas, rhododendrons or heathers. Specially developed, with a unique combination of NPK and trace elements, vital minerals for maintaining plants growth and health. Ideal for final potting of acid loving plants like azaleas, rhododendrons or heathers.

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Bulrush Rose Tree & Shrub

Rose, tree & shrub compost

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Coco Grow+ Seed & Cutting Compost

Seed & cutting compost with 20% added Perlite. Coco Grow+ is 80% natural coco coir compost combined with 20% perlite to create ideal conditions for seed germination, propagation and cuttings. Our composts are always peat free and kinder to the environment. Coco Grow+ increases the porosity of the potting mix which helps to keep the soil loose and airy, helping in better root growth. Ideally suited for garden and hydroponic growing environments. This nutrient-free, ph balanced coir compost makes it ideal for seeding a variety of plants. Just add fertiliser or blend of other compost as you need for your plants.

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Miracle-Gro Plant & Grow

No more backache from lifting heavy bags of compost with Miracle-Gro Plant & Grow lightweight compost. Light in weight but not in quality, this mighty compost will feed your plants for up to 6 months and help retain up to 25% more moisture! Use on any plant, indoor or outdoor straight on the soil.

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Westland Container & Basket Planting Mix

A specially blended peat free container and basket planting mix enriched with water retaining granules to support vibrant, healthy plants that flower all season long.

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Moregro All Purpose Compost

Our More grow peat free compost is primarily made of bio fibre and wood fibre which provides the optimum structure for plant roots to grow and allows plants to thrive. Our fibres are by-products of sustainably managed forests showing our impact on climate change. The compost is also mixed with seaweed and volcanic dust adding essential nutrients such as sulphur to regulate the pH of the soil and gypsum. By adding seaweed it increases the level of nitrogen and potash in the soil which stimulates seed germination and enhanced nutrient and water uptake. Our MoreGrow is suitable for all plants except Calcifuges with added wetting agent for water retention and an optimum pH of 5.5-6.

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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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Miracle-Gro Premium Rose, Tree & Shrub Compost

A Premium Compost, specially formulated to cater the special needs of roses, trees and shrubs. Its patented Smart Fibre™ and Waterlock™ technologies with the availability of all the nutrients, NPK and trace elements, ensure that your plants will thrive. Ideal for roses, trees and shrubs. Great for dividing perennials. Perfect for use in pots and containers, or planting in beds and borders.

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Peat-Free Top Soil

Professional quality, 100% Peat-Free & Coir-Free Grade 1 soil. Highly refined, crumbly, and stone free. Synthetic Chemical free and natural. 100% sustainable: harvested, sourced & produced in the UK. Green waste compost free. Suitable for a wide range of garden applications including turf laying, grass seed sowing, potting, potting-on and planting out. Animal product free. Available in 20 litre bags.

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Melcourt All-Purpose Peat-Free Compost

Good quality, 100% peat-free compost suitable for a wide range of garden applications including potting and planting out. Suitable for use by vegans. Available in 40 litre bags and 0.6m3 bulk bags

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Growbag

Peat-free and Carbon Neutral growbag. Based on a mix of coir, composted bark, recycled wood fibre and green compost with added nutrients. Harmony Gardens Growbag is the perfect planting bag to produce exceptional crops.

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Miracle-Gro Peat Free Premium Border Booster Soil Improver

Miracle-Gro Peat Free Premium Border Booster improves poor soil in beds and borders with a 100% organic blend of ingredients. By adding this to existing compost, it will improve soil condition and naturally increase the yield and improves the vitality of roses, flowers, fruit and vegetables. Ideal for all plants, except ericaceous. Perfect for use in beds and borders.

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