Growise Organic Compost

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Ericaceous Plants

Bord Na Mona Multipurpose Compost is not suitable for ericaceous plants such as rhododendrons, azaleas and camellias. For this group of plants you should use Bord Na Mona Ericaceous Compost.

Feeding

Bord Na Mona Multipurpose Compost contains all the nutrients your plants need for the first 5-6 weeks in their new setting. From then on, feed them 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 and young children.
Use in a well ventilated place and avoid breathing in dust.
Always wear gloves when gardening and then wash hands after use.

Environmental Information

Bord Na Mona 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 Mona compost contains a mixture of peat and at least 25% alternative sustainable ingredients.

After-Use

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

Growise Organic Garden Compost

Why Choose Growise Organic Garden Compost

Bord Na Móna Growise Peat Free Organic Garden Compost is based on high quality Irish moss peat mixed with all the essential plant nutrients to ensure healthy and vigorous plants at all stages of growth and under a variety of situations. A wetting agent is added to the compost to help easy and even wetting-up when watering.

Bord Na Móna GrowisePeat Free Organic Garden Compost is ideal for use with both indoor and outdoor plants. It is recommended for sowing seeds, rooting cuttings and filling pots, hanging baskets and tubs. Always use the compost straight from the bag and do not mix it with other materials before use.

Ideal for:

Improving Soil Composition
Mulching
Planting Out

Instructions for use

Sowing Seeds

Different seeds have different requirements, so always follow instructions on the packet. Fill a clean seed tray or pot with Bord Na Móna Peat Free Organic Garden Compost and firm it gently. Sow the seeds according to the instructions on the pack. Water the compost with a fine rose.

For specialist seed and cuttings use Bord Na Mona John Innes Seed & Cutting Compost.

Pricking Our Seedlings

When the seedlings have at least one pair of leaves move them to new trays or pots to allow more space to grow. Fill a clean container with Bord Na Móna Peat Free Organic Garden Compost, firm gently. Make a series of holes the width of a pencil and about 2 inches (5 cm) apart.

Lift each seedling gently by its leaves (not roots), place it carefully in one of the holes and firm the compost around it, making sure not to damage the stem. When you have filled all the holes, water the compost thoroughly with a fine rose. Do not over water. Place the tray or pot in a light position but away from direct sunlight. For specialist seed and cuttings use Bord Na Mona John Innes 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, following
manufacturers instructions. Fill a pot with Bord Na Móna Peat Free Organic Garden Compost, make a hole in the compost and insert the cutting. Carefully firm the compost around the cutting with your fingertips.

Water gently, using 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 feels dry or if the cutting starts to wilt. For specialist seed and cuttings use Bord Na Móna John Innes Seed & Cutting Compost.

Potting-On

Partly fill the new, larger pot with Bord Na Mona Multipurpose Compost. Remove the plant from the old pot. Place the plant in the new pot, make sure the plant is at the same level as it was in the original pot and fill the pot with compost, firming lightly. Water thoroughly and leave for any excess water to drain.

Hanging Baskets & Containers

If necessary line the basket well with an appropriate liner. Half fill the basket with Bord Na Mona Multipurpose Compost. After selecting the appropriate plant colour scheme, work through plant structure i.e. tall plants for centre, trailing plants at edges, as well as foliage and colourful plants to give the desired effect you want to create.

Fill the basket with plants, working the compost around the root systems one plant at a time. Water the basket thoroughly initially. Thereafter ensuring it does not dry out. For specialist container and hanging baskets use Bord Na Mona Tub & Basket Compost.

BEDS & BORDERS

For planting out flower, trees and shrubs, dig a hole that is a few inches wider than the root ball. Add a thick layer of Bord Na Mona Multipurpose Compost all round the hole. Place the plant in the hole, making sure that the plant is at the same level as it was in the pot i.e. don’t bury the stem.
Fill the hole with a 50:50 mixture of compost and soil. Firm the mixture around the plant and then water it well.