Multi purpose compost

Westland Gardener’s Multi-Purpose Compost is produced from premium grade Irish blended peat which has been milled and graded to produce a quality growing media and blended with the correct nutrient and trace element balance to ensure healthy plants, vibrant flowers and quality fruit.

TAKING CUTTINGS - Fill a container with compost, firm gently and water. Make sloping cut in stem of cutting, just below a joint, remove all bottom leaves and dip end of the cutting in hormone rooting powder. Make hole in the compost with pencil or dibber. Place cutting into hole and firm compost gently around it. Cover with a polythene bag to prevent drying out and place in a warm spot out of direct sunlight, until cuttings have taken.

Useful Information

SEEDLINGS / PRICKING OUT - prick out seedlings once they are large enough to handle. Hold seedling by the leaves to avoid damage and gently tease the roots from the compost, using a dibber or pencil Plant seedlings well apart to allow for growth. Water regularly until seedlings are ready for potting-on.

POTTING - water plant well and allow to drain. Allow enough space to accommodate roots. Remove from pot and plant in new container, firming the compost gently around the roots. Once fully planted, water well. SOWING SEEDS - Fill seed tray evenly with compost, firm gently and water. Sow seeds following seed pack instructions and cover tray with glass/polythene to prevent drying out. Place in warm spot out of direct sunlight until seeds have germinated.