Hold seedling by the leaves to avoid damage and gently tease the roots from the compost, using a dibber or pencil For the planting on of seedlings, place the compost in pots and using a dibber (or pencil end) create a hole for the cutting or seedling. Gently transplant into the hole, holding the seedling around the roots (not the stem or leaves) and fill in with more compost around the edges. For cuttings, follow the same process, but dip them in a root hormone powder first. Keep compost moist, never allow to dry out. Water using a watering can with a fine rose. General Advice

The best seed compost improves all aspects in the germination process including drainage, aeration, pH, and nutrition to help even the fussiest perennials and shrubs to sprout. Key Features to Look for When Buying Seed Compost i. Organic Gro-Sure Seed & Cutting Compost is a unique compost that has been specifically developed to ensure perfect growing conditions. It is ideal for seed germination as well as seedling and cutting establishment. The formula contains a fine grade Vermiculite, a naturally occurring substance that aids in drainage and aeration as well as plant extracts that stimulate young seeds and cuttings to produce strong, healthy seedlings and growth. Working days are defined as Monday-Friday 8am-7pm inclusive, excluding Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays. Next Day & Named Day Delivery

Key Features to Look for When Buying Seed Compost

The last thing a sprouting seed needs is a ton of weight to overcome before bursting out of the soil surface. That’s why the best seed compost has super fine particles that are not only lightweight, but also easier to absorb. The size also helps with drainage and aeration for faster growth. iii. Lower Nutrient Levels A. For best results we advise to transfer your seedlings into Gro-Sure All Purpose compost or a John Innes No 1 compost It also contains seaweed and nutrients that stimulate young seeds and cuttings to produce strong, healthy seedlings and growth We know how important your garden is to you. We've listened to our customers and introduced a new improved speedy delivery service, meaning Express deliverycomes as standard.

Cover the seeds evenly with a thin layer of compost and water using a watering can with a fine rose You can easily make your own seed compost if you have a compost heap or bin, and access to leaf mould and some sand to aerate the mixture.When the seedlings are large enough to handle, remove them from the seed tray with a dibber or pencil and place into pots or trays of Gro-Sure All Purpose Compost. Then they tested for growing on young plants and seedlings - 20 snapdragon and 20 tomato seedlings were potted up in each compost. Again snapdragons struggle if nutrient levels are too high and tomato don't thrive if they are too low. They were grown on without feeding until the largest were ready to be planted out. All plants were rated on size, quality and leaf colour.

First put on a pair of gloves and rework the compost between your hands to reconstitute. Then you’re all set. For reasons of hygiene and safety, personal grooming products, cosmetics or items of intimate clothing cannot be returned. Westland Gro-Sure Peat Reduced Seed & Cutting Compost is enriched with seaweed and provides the ideal growing conditions for seed germination. It can also be used to establish cuttings and seedlings. They then tried to raise 12 pots of marigolds and basil seeds from each compost ( 3 from each bag bought from the 4 different areas in the country) Apparently basil does not germinate well if there is a high level of dissolved nutrients in the compost and marigolds will not thrive if the nutrient levels are too low! They counted germinated seeds and the size and quality of the seedlings.

A. Gro-Sure All Purpose Compost can be used with houseplants however you may want to choose a more specific to your Gro-Sure Seed & Cutting Compost – 10L This peat-based compost mix has been specially formulated to aid germination and to promote healthy growth of seedlings. Its finer consistency helps to create the ideal growing conditions for young plants. 10L Fine grade First put on a pair of gloves and rework the compost between your hands to reconstitute. Then you Inch re all set.