Growise John Innes Seed Compost

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Growise John Innes Seed Compost

Ericaceous Plants

Bord na Móna Growise John Innes Seed compost is not suitable for ericaceous plants such as Rhododendrons, Azaleas and Camellias. For this group of plants you should use Bord na Móna Growise John Innes Ericaceous or Bord na Móna Growise Ericaceous Compost.

Feeding

Bord na Móna Growise John Innes Seed compost contains all the nutrients your plants need for the first 2-3 weeks in their new setting. From then on, transplant seedlings to another media, or feed every 7–14 days.

Storage

Store in clean, dry and cool conditions, out of bright sunlight. Make sure it cannot be contaminated by garden chemicals such as weed killers. Keep bag closed when not in use.

Caution

To avoid the risk of suffocation, keep this bag
away from babies, young children and pets. • Use in a well ventilated place and avoid
breathing in dust.
Always wear gloves when gardening and wash
hands after use.

Environmental Information

Bord na Móna is committed to the responsible use of peats and peatlands. This product has been produced as part of an environmental policy which recognises the need to preserve peatlands.

All of our Bord na Móna compost contains a mixture of peat and alternative sustainable ingredients.

After Use

As part of the licensing process, each of Bord na Móna’s peat harvesting areas has a planned after-use. These are either conservation or long term after-use programmes, including the creation of wetlands and forestry.

Why Choose Growise John Innes Seed

Bord na Móna Growise John Innes Seed compost, a traditional blend of peat, loam and sand, encourages high germination rates for many seed varieties, and is the perfect media for rooting soft cuttings. It contains nutrients to sustain early plant development.

Bord na Móna Growise John Innes Seed compost also retains moisture well during dry periods which reduces time spent and frequency of watering.

For best results during the next stage of plant growth (young plants), use Bord na Móna Growise John Innes No.1.

Ideal for:

Sowing Seeds
Cuttings
General Propagation

Instructions for use

Sowing Seeds

Different seeds have different requirements, so always follow the instructions on the packet. Fill a clean seed tray or pot with Bord na Móna Growise John Innes Seed compost and firm it gently.

Sow the seeds according to the instructions on the pack. Water the compost using a watering can with a fine rose. For special seeds use Bord na Móna Growise Seed & Cutting Compost.

Cuttings

Make a clean, angled cut below a leaf and then remove the lower leaves from the cutting. Dip the cut end in a rooting powder.
Fill a pot with Bord na Móna Growise John Innes Seed compost, make a hole in it and insert the cutting. Carefully firm the compost around the cutting with your fingertips.

Water gently, using a watering can with a fine rose. Cover the cutting and pot with a clear plastic bag to retain moisture and keep out of direct sunlight. Only water when the compost looks dry or if the cutting starts to wilt.

For special cuttings use Bord na Móna Growise Seed & Cutting Compost.