For those looking for a Peat-Free potting compost, our Multipurpose is carefully blended from a mix of composted coir (cocofibre), fine bark chippings for aeration, and a sterilised mixed organic green waste. This is then topped up with a 5:6:10 NPK fertiliser, plus 2.9% Magnesium, which gives all plants a good start in life. The Peat-Free Compost is fine enough for seedling and cutting use, yet coarse enough for general purpose potting on into tubs, baskets or pots. You may find this compost needs slightly less water than peat-based composts, otherwise treat them exactly the same. Please note as this is a heavy item delivered by courier, there will be an additional postage charge added to your basket.
A natural, light-coloured expanding wooden trellis for supporting climbing plants and vegetables. Ideal for all climbing plants, this easily installed trellis can be mounted onto a wall and is perfect for adding detail and height to any part of your garden . Alternatively use it to fence off flower beds or to separate areas of garden. A simple framework of crossing pieces, a trellis is a flat support that is used to train plants such as shrubs, small or young trees, climbers and vines up and against something. They're particularly useful for getting plants to grow upwards, to make the most of available space. Trellis can also be used as an accent piece, as a divider or as a privacy screen. Typically, a trellis is an open framework so that plants can be tied on to or woven through. You can make a trellis yourself, but why bother when this one is already made up for you in the correct dimensions? Remember that a trellis needs to be strong enough to support the weight of plants as they grow and mature, and durable enough to withstand the elements - which is just what you get with this cost-effective piece of gardening magic!
Organic Potato Fertiliser has been specifically formulated to provide your crop of potatoes with everything they need to produce a bountiful harvest. In particular it has been developed to promote the sustained healthy growth, making sure you get a good crop, whatever soil you have. Use at the time of planting at the application rate specified on the pack (circa 50g per square metre) and then top-dress every 4-6 weeks thereafter at the same rate, working the fertiliser in to the top inch or so of soil around the growing potatoes. It can be used when growing potatoes in your soil as well as in pots and tubs. The nutrient analysis (N:P:K) is 4:2.4:8 plus essential trace elements, and so is also suitable for use with any other vegetable crop. Because it is a slow release, organic fertiliser, it will break down gradually and is also kind to the environment. This carefully balanced organic fertiliser has been specially developed to promote the sustained growth of potato tubers and its effect is to help increase the size of potato harvests.
Natures way to feed your plants! Relied upon by generations of gardeners, Blood, Fish & Bone Organic Fertiliser provides a natural, slow release, multipurpose feed that is perfect for use all around your garden. Add it to the planting hole and excavated soil when planting any tree, shrub or plant in your garden - it will provide all of the essential nutrients needed to guarantee best establishment and super-healthy growth. It also provides the perfect top-dressing when forked in to the soil around existing plants too and can be applied every 4-6 weeks from spring through to autumn. N:P:K is contained in perfect proportions 5:5:6. Nitrogen (N) ensures perfect, healthy green foliage. Phosphorous (P) provides strong stems and roots to ensure your plants are strong and hardy. Potassium (K) ensures you will get lots of large, bright flowers, or for fruit and vegetables, will ensure you get great crops to harvest! Apply at a rate of 75g per square metre, forking in to the top 5cm (2') of soil. Water in well immediately after application.
A simple to use and tried and tested general purpose Organic Rose & Shrub fertiliser, for top dressing existing plants or digging in to the planting hole of newly planted bushes. It can be applied in spring and summer, as new growth starts, or when flowers go over, spread around the base of shrubs and roses (wash hands after use or wear gloves), or dig in as per label instructions when planting new shrubs and roses. It can also be used on any plants too for a soft and gentle general feed boost - being organic it's very hard to over-dose, and safe for children and pets once watered in.
A concentrated high potash liquid feed containing naturally occurring nutrients and essential trace elements. Vitax Organic Strawberry Fertiliser provides a steady supply of natural nutrients promoting strong healthy growth and increased yields. Ideal for use in strawberry tubs. Also suitable for other soft fruits. Directions for useDilute 1 capful in 5 litres of waterShake well before useStore away from direct sunlight between 0 and 30°C Growing bags and tubsFrom planting out feed at weekly intervals, 1 litre (2pints) of diluted feed per bag, gradually increasing to 4.5L (1 gallon) per week after the first fruits have set. Under cover, increase application frequently to twice a week after the first fruits have set. Outdoor strawberriesApply 2 litres (½ gallon) of diluted feed per plant every 14 days, rising to once every 7 days after the fruits have sent. Strawberries grown under coverWhen fruits have set apply 2 litres (½ gallon) of diluted feed per plant every 7 days.
Containing all the major plant nutrients plus magnesium and trace elements, making it the perfect feed for tree ferns in pots and planted outdoors. It's also an ideal feed for indoor and outdoor palms, bamboo, grasses and other ferns. Tree ferns thrive in a sheltered, humid and shaded position, in humus-rich soil, gaining nutrients from decaying vegetation that falls from the forest canopy into the crown of the tree fern. Vitax Tree Fern and Palm feed replicates this process to maximising growth, maintain colour and ensure a strong, healthy plant. Watering and Feeding: The trunk and crown of tree ferns will not tolerate drying out, so water regularly to ensure that it remains moist, and spray the trunk with water during hot or dry weather; this will encourage the tree to send out roots. After roots have established, you can commence feeding, applying the liquid feed to both crown and trunk every 7-10 days during the growing season (from April to July). How to use: Measure 1 capful (20ml) and add to 2L of water. On an already wetted trunk, slowly pour the mixture into the crown and allow it to overflow and soak into the trunk. A thick layer of organic mulch on the ground surrounding the trunk will help feed the plant slowly and naturally. Feed palms, bamboos grasses and other ferns using 1 capful in 2L of water every 7-10 days while in growth.
Based on a traditional formula, Vitax Organic Rose Food contains the three major plant foods - nitrogen, phosphate and potash - together with natural magnesium to promote healthy green leaves and abundant blooms. 100% organic, made from poultry manure enriched with a high potassium fertiliser derived from sugar beet. The organic fertiliser improves the structure of the soil and allows nutrients to be released slowly, giving an abundance of blooms throughout the season. Directions for use: Note: 1 gloved hand contains approximately 25g For established plants:Apply 25g (approx. 1oz) evenly around the base of the plant in early spring., keeping the granules off of the leaves and stems. Hoe in lightly and water if the soil is dry. Repeat application in early June prior to the second flush of blooms. For new roses:Mix 50g with the soil in the bottom of the planting hole, ensuring that the hole dug is both deep and wide enough to allow the roots to spread out evenly. The graft union should be around 2.5cm below the soil level.
An organic-based feed with added iron for use with acid loving plants including Heathers, Conifers, Magnolias, Skimmias, Camelias, Berberis, Hydrangeas, Raspberries and blueberries. This fertiliser is ideal for ericaceous plants, helping them to thrive in both neutral and acid soils, producing bigger blooms, greener leaves and robust plants. In alkaline soils or where hard water is used for irrigation, yellowing of the leaves may occur caused by lack of available iron, and this feed will help alleviate the problem. Newly planted azaleas and Rhododendrons can benefit from a light dressing of fertiliser in early March after flowering. Make sure that you keep them regularly watered during the first two growing seasons to help plant establishment. Application rate: Note 1 small gloved handful contains approx. 30g For established plants Sprinkle pellets evenly at the base of the plant at a rate of 30g per square metre and lightly incorporate into the soil - watering if the soil is dry.Feed twice during the year, with the first application in March or April when growth starts and the second at first flowering. For new plantsSprinkle pellets evenly at the base of the plant at a rate of 30g per square metre and light incorporate into the soil - watering if the soil is dry. For Chalky/Alkaline soils Plants grown in these soils will typically develop yellow leaves, especially between veins. By adding Vitax Azalea, Rhododendron and Shrub fertiliser along with additional soil supplements to acidify the soil, plants will be provided with essential nutrients.
Provide a perfect boost for your olive trees with Vitax olive tree feed. An organic-based fertiliser with added magnesium and trace elements for olive trees grown in pots or in the garden, it's the convenient and mess-free way to quickly provide your plant with a health boost. With a specially created formula, this specialist feed provides an extended release of organic nutrients for healthier plants and luxurious, dense foliage. Use on any size tree from young to old, it's a great way to boost fruiting too. Directions for use: Note: 1 gloved handful contains approximately 35g Apply evenly to the soil, preferable when it is moist. Lightly incorporate into the top surface of the soil. If conditions are dry, then water the pellets in. For established trees planted in the gardenSprinkle pellets evenly beneath the spread of the plant at a rate of 105g per square metre - 3 handfuls. For trees in potsIn early spring, sprinkle a handful of pellets evenly around the base of the plant and lightly incorporate into the soil and water in well. Apply a further handful in June.
Vitax Tree & Shrub Planting Feed contains all the vital plant foods in a natural, organic form for the best possible start when planting trees and shrubs. The recipe of perfectly balanced nutrients are ideal when planting both bare-root plants and potted speciments. This specially formulated feed also contains mycorrhizal fungi and a range of bio stimulants to promote vigorous root growth which in turn helps plants to establish much more effectively. Directions for use Note 1 gloved hand is approximately 30g Apply evenly to soil at the rates recommended when the soil is moist. Planting trees and shrubsFor 15-20cm containers take 60g feed and sprinkle past into the bottom of the planting hole and lightly fork it in. Mix the rest of the feed with the soil taken from the hole and then backfill around the plant. For larger containers, use 60g feed in the hole and 60g for mixing with the soil for backfilling. Feeding established plantsIn March, apply 60g for plants up to 60cm (2ft), 120g for plants up to 120cm (4ft) and 180g for standard trees. Spread the feed evenly into the soil below the canopy. Repeat late June-early July. For apples, pears and plums apply 175g per square metre.For Currants, Gooseberries and Raspberries apply 140g per square meter.For roses, apply 140g per square metre.
A new innovation, the Skelly Pot and Tray - the greener way to garden. Recently launched at the UK's premier Horticultural Trade Show, it won Best New Professional Product, and we are delighted to be the first to offer it to the amateur garden market. There is clear pressure and desire to reduce single use plastics now, and these compressed peat Jiffy Bio pots are perfect, giving 3-4 months of growing pants in them as they slowly degrade, meaning once rooted to plant them pot and all into the garden or planter. The game changer is when combined with the 'Skeleton' tray, the unique design allows lots of air to circulate round the side of the bio pots, as opposed to very little when they are wet and rammed into a solid sided plastic trays. The benefit of this is 'air pruning' - when a new root hair meets the air, it stops growing out, and increases branching and new root development in the compost, as well as letting more air into the compost too. This creates stronger, more well-rooted and compact plants that race away with no transplant shock when potted on or planted out. Designed by an old school commercial grower in northern England, who also invented the Easy Fill hanging basket, he now grows his bedding plants in this system, because it : Reduces plastic use Produces Quicker, better rooting out Grows More compact and robust plants Offers Quicker and easier to plant straight out Perfect for pricking out seedlings and plugs for 3-4 weeks to grow on, or sow or root your own cuttings in them. Supplied as a single tray, plus 8cm diameter Jiffy Bio pots for 12 plants. Refill packs of biopots are available. Ask us for quotes on larger volumes.
There is clear pressure and desire to reduce single-use plastics now, and these compressed peat Jiffy Bio pots are the perfect solution. Eco-pots have always been the favourite choice for gardeners keen to help the environment, as they ensure even watering and can be planted pot and all. These plastic-free pots are the easy way to grow on plants, perfect for: Pricking out seedlings and baby plugs Growing on jumbo plugs for bedding Sowing seeds direct - tomato, chilli, sweet peas, vegetables Rooting your own cuttings They will biodegrade naturally in 3-4 months, so once the plant has rooted, plant the whole thing in the garden soil or planter. Constructed to fit the revolutionary new 'Skelly' skeleton carry tray, designed for air pruning roots for better rooting and more compact plants. Supplied as a pack of 12 x 8cm (3.2in) diameter pots with bottom drainage holes.
Natural green-garden waste and fallen leaves in particular are a rich source of nutrients for the garden and one of those lovely natural resources that no gardener should be without, so make sure that you make the most of this great supply of free compost! Come autumn, we get the ideal opportunity to stock up on all that gorgeous leaf litter...however all the leaves fall at once and shorter days mean that your time is limited so we end up with a delicate balancing act between keeping the garden neat and finding somewhere to store that excellent source of organic compost - often we simply end up sweeping them into a pile and then disposing of them. Fortunately, we have the ideal solution! These loose-weave jute sacks can neatly hold thousands of fallen leaves and keep them contained until they break down. Once you have picked up your compostable waste, put it into the handy leaf sacks. They are made from loose woven natural jute, and each one is completely biodegradable. Simply fill them up, add them to your compost heap or a corner of the garden and forget about them. As the sacks are biodegradable, over time, they will break down along with the green waste inside, leaving you with your own homemade compost. After one year, the leaves should have rotted down enough to use as a mulch around the garden, and after two years you should have a perfect soil conditioner. Measurements (approx): L70cm x W40cm
A quality feed for all seasonal planted containers, tubs and hanging baskets, to bring the best out in your Summer floral displays. A perfectly balanced feed , it helps maintain healthy growth for bigger and longer lasting flowering displays. Makes up to 300 litres when diluted - or 20 watering cans full.
The UK's leading mycorrhizal planting product - as endorsed by the RHS. The completely natural way to look after the secret root system of all plants and trees, each pouch contains hundreds of thousands of naturally occurring beneficial fungi, which help protect roots from disease, and helps take up feed more effectively. Especially beneficial to get bare root plants off to a headstart, it works well for pot grown plants too -and can be used all year long. If you are planting in pots or containers, the natural biological soil bacteria are completely absent, so incoprorating Rootgrow as you plant introduces these natural benefical bacteria, which will colonise the compost, and benefit your plants for many years to come. Similarly if you are planting in poorer soils, or planting a new garden or hedge for the first time, introducing these goodies will help quicker establishment, and better fertiliser uptake in future. Tests have shown they can increase the active root area of plants by 700 times a month after planting. This helps your plants get away quicker and better, makes them, more drought tolerant, use fertiliser more efficiently, and make them more robust. And, because they are a living, evolving community, one application lasts forever. Each 60g pouch is sufficient to plant 3 larger bare root trees, up to 6 roses or shrubs.
The perfect High Potash feed for maximum growth of tomatoes for fuller flavoured and bigger crops. This High Potash feed should be used from when first flowers are visible, til the end of the season. Ideal for use on outdoor and greenhouse tomatoes, as well as peppers an chillies too. Makes up to 300 litres of feed to use - great value.
This brand new and exclusive product represents the very best of commercial plant food and water retention technology and is based on over 25 years of Peter's hands-on experience of growing plants within the horticultural sector. McDermott's SwellGel & Feed PLUS is the complete food and drink for your plants and hanging baskets, and has been specially formulated to work even better than its next best competitor! A true garden essential, it contains an especially formulated high water absorption crystal, which locks in water and swells up to a gel in your hanging baskets, tubs and pots. Just a few scoops per hanging basket holds about a litre of water for your plants, so they do not dry out in summer, meaning less water used, less time watering and better results as all that water is locked into the root system, where it can be used to keep your plants flourishing. The multi-coloured granules contain some of the very best slow release fertiliser, and will feed your plants over a period of 6 whole months. Each granule contains a small dose of balanced fertiliser, slowly feeding your plants roots. Best of all, this unique formulation includes naturally occurring Humic Acid, the completely natural way to look after the secret root system of your plant, that is a proven plant tonic encouraging even healthier natural growth, which has been found to improve overall plant health, disease resistance and vigour. For best results, mix in at planting out and filling your baskets, containers, growbags and pots indoors and outdoors. Supplied as a 30g trial pack.
The perfect solution for keeping hosue plants looking healthier and happier for long. Already diluted, simply Pour and Feed every month or so - suitable for all flowering and foliage indoor plants. Make sure you have some on hand.
This brand new and exclusive product represents the very best of commercial plant food and water retention technology and is based on over 25 years of hands on experience of growing plants within the horticultural sector. Blooming Fast SwellGel & Feed PLUS is the complete food and drink for your plants and hanging baskets, and has been specially formulated! A true garden essential, it contains a high water absorption crystal, which locks in water and swells up to a gel in your hanging baskets, tubs and pots. Just a few scoops per hanging basket holds about a litre of water for your plants, so they do not dry out in summer, meaning less water used, less time watering and better results as all that water is locked in to the root system, where it can be used to keep your plants flourishing. The multi-coloured granules contain some of the very best slow release fertiliser, and will feed your plants over a period of 6 whole months. Each granule contains a small dose of balanced fertiliser, slowly feeding your plants roots. Best of all, this unique formulation includes naturally occurring Humic Acid the completely natural way to look after the secret root system of your plant, that is a proven plant tonic encouraging even healthier natural growth, which has been found to improve overall plant health, disease resistance and vigour. For best results, mix in at planting out and filling your baskets, containers, growbags and pots indoors and outdoors. Supplied as a 500g tub, which treats about 25 or so standard hanging baskets or similar sized pots for one season. This 500g tub is resealable and comes with a free measuring scoop to ensure you get the perfect mixture, and will last for 3 years or more if the lid is kept on and the contents dry.