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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Essentials by Levington Bark
Ideal for decorative purposes, moisture retention, weed protection and low maintenance gardening. Ideal for flowerbeds, borders and paths.
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John Innes No.2 Compost
"Our John Innes No.2 Peat Free compost is made from the 50 year old recipe of loam and horticultural grit combined with bark fines and COIR. This formula has been developed with potted plants in mind with the balance of loam, COIR, bark fines and grit to produce the ideal conditions for potted plants whether if they are being transplanted or first time potting. The recipe of a loam base and preferred pH, excellent drainage and overall versatility, the John Innes No. 2 Peat Free has become a favoured choice for amateur and experienced gardeners. It’s versatility makes it a perfect medium for many plants such as tomatoes, cucumbers and most house plants.."
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SylvaGrow Seed Compost
SylvaGrow Seed Compost provides perfect conditions for successful germination and early development of a wide range of flower and vegetable seeds. Available in 40 and 15 litre bags.
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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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SylvaGrow Farmyard
A rich source of organic matter for all soils, adding nutrients, improving fertility and yield, soil structure and workability and enhancing water-holding capacity. 100% peat-free, approved by the Soil Association and suitable for use by vegans. Available in 40 litre bags and 0.6m3 bulk bags
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Bulrush Peatfree Ericaceous
Non-peat ericaceous compost, for acid-loving plants such as Rhododendrons, Azaleas and Camellias.
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Coco Chip Coir Mulch (Compressed)
Coco&Coir Compressed Coir Mulch. Our hugely popular mulch made from 100% natural and organic peat free coir husk chips in a convenient and easy to handle and deliver compressed format. Coir mulch helps retain soil moisture and reduces weed growth by up to 90%. it also helps deter pesky slugs and snails because of its texture. Once expanded this is ideal to add to beds and borders for a range of plant positive benefits, as well as decorative purposes. As it slowly breaks down in the soil, it also increases soil porosity, enriches it, and improves soil structure.
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Miracle-Gro Premium Moisture Control Enriched Compost Pots & Baskets
A Premium Compost, that caters the needs of all mature plants in pots and hanging baskets. Its unique formulation of 3 different patends will feed your plants for 6 months, provide the optimum structure for the roots to grow strong and control water availability according to their needs, as a result your plants will thrive. Ideal for annual and perennial plants. Works well for mature pot plants. Perfect for use in hanging baskets, pots and containers.
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Levington John Innes No 1
Approved by the John Innes Institute, Levington John Innes No.1 is a great start for your young plants and root cuttings. It has been specially developed, with a unique combination of 14 vital minerals for maintaining plants growth and health. Ideal for all young plants and root cuttings
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Humax Professional Lawn Dressing
New to the Humax range, Humax Lawn Dressing provides professional and sustainable addition to anyones lawn. Suitable for • Root growth • Better aeration • Increasing nutrient content of lawns Features & benefits • Highest quality sustainable raw materials - sourced and made at our growing media facility • H2Gro wetting agent - Spectacular 3-in-1 mode of action allows for all your customers’ plants’ water needs: - Wetting and spreading agent - Penetrating agent - Re-wetting agent • Starter fertilizer - our professional grade starter fertilizer giving plants and vegetables the perfect initial boost
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Miracle-Gro Peat Free Premium All Purpose Compost
Outperforms ordinary peat free compost Fibre Smart Technology, which provides the optimum balance of air and water for strong root growth Aqua Coir Formula, absorbs up to 25% more water than ordinary compost meaning that plants stay happy & hydrated Smart Release Feeding for up to 3 months Ideal for all plants, flowers, fruits and vegetables Perfect for use in beds, borders, hanging baskets, pots & containers Unique combination of 14 vital minerals
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John Innes No.1 Compost
Our John Innes No.1 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 the addition of loam gives the young plants a base suited for young plant root development and to allow for the changing nutritional requirements of a growing plant. Whilst our John Innes No.1 Peat Free compost is suitable for a wide range of species, some modifications are required for some specialized plants. For example, calcifuge plants such as Ericas and Rhododendrons should be grown in our John Innes Ericaceous Peat Free compost.
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