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SylvaGrow Ericaceous
Superb quality, 100% peat-free compost for lime-hating plants, based on blends used by professionals. Suitable for a wide range of garden applications where a lower pH is required including potting, containers and planting out. Suitable for use by vegans. Available in 40 litre and 15 litre bags.
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Peat-Free Seed & Cutting Compost
Professional quality, 100% Peat-Free compost. Soil Association Approved for Organic growing. Chemical free and natural. 100% sustainable: grown, harvested, sourced & manufactured in the UK. Suitable for a wide range of garden applications including propagation, seed sowing, cuttings, seedlings and potting on. Vegan friendly. Available in 20 litre bags.
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Top Soil
Peat-free and Carbon Neutral top soil. A mix of recycled top soil carefully blended with Green Compost to add organic matter and recycled wood fibre to lighten the soil and release nitrogen to aid plant growth
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SylvaGrow Tub and Basket
Superb quality, 100% peat-free compost ideal for tubs, troughs and hanging baskets. Contains water-retaining aid for effective ease of management. Suitable for a wide range of garden applications where higher moisture-holding capacity is needed. Suitable for use by vegans. Available in 40 litre and 15 litre bags.
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Peat-Free Herb & Alpine Compost
Professional quality, 100% Peat-Free compost. Soil Association Approved for Organic growing. Synthetic chemical free and natural. 100% sustainable: grown, harvested, sourced & manufactured in the UK. Suitable for Herb plants, Succulents and Alpine plants. Vegan friendly. Available in 20 litre bags.
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Coco Boost All Purpose Compost
A sustainable all-purpose compost, with added NPK plant food. High performing peat free compost, designed for high performance plant growth. Independently tested to outperform leading brands both including peat and peat free. Coco Boost is 100% natural all purpose coir compost with balanced slow-release fertiliser that feeds for up to 6 months. Added dry, the fertiliser doesn't start to degrade until it has water added, unlike ready to use compost, where nutritional value available for plants varies dramatically. Coco Boost compost helps develop healthy foliage, strong root development and fantastic flower and fruit performance. It is also the environmentally friendly choice being peat free, using sustainable and organic coir made from coco coir fibre. Turn your green fingers into a greener planet!
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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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Levington John Innes No 3
Approved by the John Innes Institute, Levington John Innes No.3 is ideal for final potting of plants. It has been specially developed, with a unique combination of 14 vital minerals for maintaining plants growth and health. Perfect for final potting of mature plants.
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Levington John Innes Seed
Approved by the John Innes Institute, Levington John Innes Seed Compost is ideal for sowing seeds, striking cuttings and delicate seedlings. It has been specially developed, with a high phosphate formula and 14 vital minerals for optimum root growth. Perfect for all seedlings.
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Westland Rose Planting & Potting Mix
Westland peat free Rose Planting & Potting Mix has been specially blended to support plant health, strengthening roses from the inside out. With a 6 month slow release feed, combined with added sulphur, as well as zinc complex; this perfect blend ensures your best ever roses.
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Miracle-Gro Premium Fibre Smart Mulch
Miracle-Gro® Premium Fibre Smart™ Mulch is infused with organic nitrogen, protecting roots and plants from extreme weather conditions while decorating your borders. Perfect for use in beds and borders.
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Bulrush Peatfree Multipurpose
Non-peat multi-purpose compost
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