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We always have a wide selection of composts in stock - see products below...

General compost advice and tips...:
Sowing - all types of seed Slightly overfill the seed tray with compost. Level the compost off the top of the tray and firm gently until it is 5mm under the rim of the tray. Sow the seed thinly and evenly over the surface, paying attention to the seed packet instructions. Cover with a layer of compost no more than the depth of the seed. Water the compost thoroughly and cover the tray with glass or polythene to reduce moisture loss and prevent drying out. Place in a warm area (20-21'C) out of sunlight until germination has occurred. When seedlings are strong enough, transplant by leaves to avoid damage to stems and roots. Plant seedlings apart to allow for growth. Water regularly to avoid compost drying out until the seedlings are ready to be potted on.
Growing on - allows easy root development Before transplanting from pots to containers it is best to water the plants well and allow to drain. When potting on plants select a pot the next size up from the previous container. Use the compost straight from the bag for pricking out seedlings and for potting on rooted plants. Part fill the pot with compost allowing sufficient space to accommodate plant roots. Place plant in the centre of the pot, taking care not to damage the roots and top up with compost. Firm the compost gently and water well.
Cuttings - for soft and heel cuttings Take cuttings by making a sloping cut, with a sharp knife, in the stem and removing all of the bottom leaves. To encourage rooting, dip the end of the cutting in hormone rooting powder. Fill pot/tray with compost and water well. Making a hole in the compost with a pencil/dibber place the cutting into the hole and gently firm the compost around it, ensuring good contact of the compost with the submerged cutting. Water thoroughly. Do not place cuttings too close together. When finished taking cuttings, place glass or polythene over the pot/tray to reduce moisture loss, ensuring the leaves do not touch the glass or polythene. Place in a warm environment out of direct sunlight until cuttings have taken.
Containers - hanging baskets and tubs Fill the hanging basket/window box with compost. Plant with trailing plants around the outside and upright plants in the middle and water thoroughly. Place Hanging basket/ window box in a green house until plants have established in the compost before transferring outside
Outdoor planting of trees and shrubs Dig a hole in the soil at least twice the size of the root ball. Mix multi-purpose compost in a 50:50 blend with the soil and refill the hole around the roots firming gently. Water well.

COMPOST IS ALWAYS AVAILABLE AT OUR GARDEN CENTRES.... large bags of compost are not available on-line because of their weight.
ALL 10L SIZE BAGS CAN BE BOUGHT ON-LINE.

STEPHEN H SMITH GROWBAG COMPOST

AVAILABLE IN-STORE ONLY. 0410 MULTI-BUY PRICE - 3 SACKS FOR £4.99

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