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Use Hydrangea Feed to create the maximum visual impact in your garden. Hydrangea Feed contains the 3 major nutrients essential for healthy growth plus added magnesium to encourage abundant, vibrant flowers. Directions for Use: (NB 1 gloved handful contains approx. 35g) Apply when planting as a soil conditioner and as a topdressing in the spring. Rake, how or fork into the top surface of the soil, and in dry weather, water well for maximum benefit. When planting: Mix between 70-140g (2-4oz) with the soil for backfilling, depending on the size of the plant. As a top dressing: Apply 70g per sqm (2oz per sq. yard) evenly over the area covered by the canopy of the plant in early spring. Apply a second dressing after 6-8 weeks. Tips: Read all directions carefully before use. Store the fertiliser in a dry place away from children, pets and foodstuffs. Wash hands after use. Avoid fertiliser lodging in the leaves or stems of the plants. Brush up any spills Hydrangea Feed is not designed to change the colour of your hydrangeas. To achieve vibrantly coloured flowers, use a specially formulated hydrangea colourant.

Highly absorbent lightweight compost additive A natural mineral which has been heated to a high temperature, Vermiculite comprises of lightweight, highly absorbent flakes. By adding Vermiculite to growing media it will improve aeration and increase retention of moisture and nutrients. Vermiculite: Can be used on its own or mixed 50/50 with compost Used for pricking out or potting on Improves the overall weight of larger pots and containers by improving water retention. Vermiculite can help promote faster, healthier plant growth and also possesses ‘cation exchange’ properties enabling it to hold and make available to growing plants ammonium, potassium, calcium and magnesium. Providing good air balance, Vermiculite helps maintain an even temperature and can be used for seed germinations, pricking out, potting-on and plants in containers or tubs. Vermiculite which is added to compost and other growing media, will ensure the applied nutrients are available to the plant’s root system.

Micro-porous granules Perlite is a naturally occurring volcanic rock which, when heated to high temperatures, produces lightweight micro-porous granules. When mixed with compost, Perlite holds water and nutrients in the compost, producing a healthier growing media. Perlite: Mix with soil when planting out to help hold water and nutrients close to the root system Use alone for seed germination Improves water and nutrients holding capacity when mixed with compost. Primarily a compost additive, Perlite helps to stimulate root development and growth. Before use, dampen Perlite to reduce dust. If using the whole bag, add about a litre of water and allow to soak. Perlite can be used for seed starting, rooted cuttings, potting-on or planting out. If using for seed starting, Perlite’s structure maintains moisture and temperature levels. Its bright white colour provides protection against bright sunlight and high radiant energy. It also reflects light under the plants foliage to encourage growth.

Tree ferns are growing in popularity, especially in gardens where there is a lot of shade. These slow-growing plants have stunning thick trunks which give gardens a tropical feel and thrive in sheltered, humid and shaded positions with humus-rich, neutral to slightly acid soil. In their natural environment tree ferns gain their nutrients from decaying vegetation that falls from the forest canopy into the crown of the tree fern. Tree Fern and Palm Feed replicates this process to maximise growth, maintain colour and ensure a strong healthy plant. Tree Fern and Palm Feed: Developed to replicate the nutrients found in decaying vegetation Can be used for tree ferns, ferns, palms, bamboo and grasses Contains a balanced mixture of major plant nutrients. The carefully balanced mixture of the major plant nutrients with added magnesium and trace elements makes Tree Fern and Palm Feed the perfect feed for tree ferns in pots and in the ground, indoor and outdoor palms, bamboos, grasses, and other ferns. As the trunk and crown of tree ferns will not tolerate drying out, water regularly to ensure the trunk remains damp. Spray the trunk with water during hot weather or dry conditions. To encourage rooting, don’t feed the plant during establishment. After the first year apply a liquid feed to the crown and trunk every 7 to 10 days during the growing season from mid-spring to mid-summer.

This concentrated liquid seaweed extract helps to promote healthy growth of plants, flowers, fruit & vegetables, shrubs and trees. Regular use will help plants to withstand environmental stress, pest & disease attacks.

Keeps hanging basket plants bright and healthy Keeping hanging baskets and planters in continual bloom takes time and attention, and using a specialist feed such as Liquid Tub and Hanging Basket Feed will help deliver brighter and fuller blooms. Specially formulated with essential trace elements and wetters to improve penetration of the fertiliser into composts, Liquid Tub and Hanging Basket Feed makes 200 litres of feed, making it a cost-effective option. Liquid Tub and Hanging Basket Feed: Provides a tailored plant feed to produce brighter blooms Contains essential trace elements Use throughout the growing season To ensure your blooms last longer, use Liquid Tub and Hanging Basket Feed once a week, but ensure your plants do not dry out between feeds by keeping the soil moist, particularly during the hotter months. Shake the bottle well before use and store out of bright light. As with all plant feeds, keep out of reach of children and pets.

A concentrated feed to help acid loving plants Ideal for azaleas, camellias and rhododendrons, Liquid Ericaceous Feed is a concentrated feed with added iron and manganese to encourage the strong, healthy growth of all acid loving plants. Promoting flowering, Liquid Ericaceous Feed has been developed as part of a new specialist range of feeds and fertilisers which meet the specific needs of gardeners looking for tailored solutions to help boost plant growth. Liquid Ericaceous Feed: Helps all acid loving plants Boosts leaf colour Promotes strong healthy growth and flowering Easy to apply, simply dilute as instructed and use in a watering can or foliar spray. If using a watering can, apply to the base of the plant and thoroughly soak the roots. Apply every two weeks from March to September. Mixed as a foliar spray, apply in the evenings but do not spray directly onto the flowers. Repeat on a weekly basis. Shake the bottle well before use and protect from frost. Read the instructions before use and keep out of the reach of children and pets.

A concentrated cleaner and disinfectant For use on glass, work surfaces and equipment such as knives and tools in utility rooms, garages, greenhouses and other outbuildings, Greenhouse Disinfectant will sanitise your utensils and working areas quickly. A concentrated cleaner with added citrus oils, Greenhouse Disinfectant is also suitable for cleaning slime build up in capillary matting and irrigation systems as well as preventing blocked and clogged pipes. Not just confined to the greenhouse, this versatile cleaner can be used for cleaning bird tables and ornamental pots. Greenhouse Disinfectant: Applied using a hand-operated or low pressure-sprayer, or traditional cloths and mops Sanitises pre-cleaned surfaces within five minutes Contains benzalkonium chloride with orange oil All surfaces which require cleaning should be pre-cleaned beforehand to remove surface dirt. Leave the Greenhouse Disinfectant to soak in areas with heavy, dried on soil deposits. Keep out of reach of children and where possible wear protective gloves and face protection.

Feel good organic gardening Give your garden growing power and see it burst to life with Organic All Purpose Plant Food. Chemical free, this concentrated plant food is made from natural-based ingredients to help produce masses of flowers with eye-popping colour and bigger and better vegetables and fruit. Organic All Purpose Plant Food: Rich in organic nutrients with sustainably harvested seaweed for vigorous plant growth Child, pet, wildlife and bee friendly Can be used all around the garden and in the greenhouse. Organic All Purpose Plant Food is the plant food of choice if you are looking for feel good gardening with fantastic results. For use on flowers, shrubs, fruits and vegetables, start to feed plants in the spring when they are actively growing, right through to late summer. Cost-effective, one bottle can make up to 200 litres of feed. Helping to produce mouth-watering crops, Organic All Purpose Plant Food is eco-friendly and 100% vegan. One, 1 litre bottle will make up to 50 watering cans, or 200 litres of feed.

Organic-based feed for healthier trees Vitax Olive Tree Feed has been developed to specifically meet the needs of Olive Trees to give healthier plants with dense foliage and strong growth. Organic-based, it contains added magnesium and trace elements which ensure a slow release of organic nutrients for healthier plants. Olive Tree Feed: - Can be used on trees both young to old, potted or planted out - Provides extended nitrogen release - Boosts fruiting. Its unique formulation not only contains organic-based nutrients, but also provides extended nitrogen release to nourish the tree for longer and help produce dense foliage. Easy to use, for established trees planted out in the garden, simply scatter the pelleted feed beneath the spread of the plant and lightly incorporate into the soil. If dry, water in. For olive trees in pots, sprinkle a handful of pellets around the base of the plant early spring and water in if necessary. Apply a further application in June. Always read the label prior to use.

A great tonic for lime hating plants Helping plants to develop healthy foliage and intense flower colour, Seaweed with Sequestered Iron is a multipurpose liquid fertiliser that can be used around the garden and even on lawns. An excellent choice for treating acid-loving plants such as rhododendrons and azaleas, Seaweed with Sequestered Iron can be applied throughout the growing season. Seaweed with Sequestered Iron: Corrects iron deficiency, preventing yellowing of the leaves in lime-hating plants Encourages the development of healthy foliage Can be used on lawns to ‘green up’ and toughen turf This feed’s versatility ensures it can be used for the garden, ericaceous plants, fruit, perennials, shrubs, vegetables and lawns. When using in the garden, Seaweed with Sequestered Iron can be used as a drench by thoroughly wetting the plant leaves. If using to support ericaceous plants such as heathers or camellias, apply once a month during the growing season. For all other bedding plants, fruits and shrubs, this adaptable feed can be applied once a month but should not be sprayed on blooms or fruits as it may stain. Always shake the bottle before use.

A balanced multipurpose feed Liquid Growmore is a popular general purpose liquid feed which can be used all around the garden. Perfect for establishing new lawns and growing fruit and vegetables. Liquid Growmore: Contains a balanced blend of three major plant foods Promotes heavy crops of fruit and vegetables, as well as beautiful flowers Ideal as a pre-seeding fertiliser for use before laying turf or sowing grass seed As Liquid Growmore contains nitrogen, phosphorous and potassium, it provides essential nutrients for strong and healthy growth. Simply mix the stated doses with water and apply with a watering can for feeding in the spring. If using in the garden, water thoroughly around the base of the growing plant and continue to feed throughout the growing season. Liquid Growmore can also be used for plants grown inside a greenhouse or other outbuilding. Feed generously every week and ensure plants do not dry out.

For healthy growth and brighter blooms Containing natural plant extracts and mineral nutrients, Organic Liquid Rose Feed is high in potash to help improve flowering. Suitable for organic gardens, the liquid feed contains trace elements which promote the strong, healthy growth of roses, top fruit and flowering plants. Organic Rose Food: Produces healthy growth and brighter blooms High potash feed with trace elements Water-in or use as a foliar spray Simple to use, apply at weekly intervals during spring and summer to moisten soil around the base of plants. Organic Liquid Rose Feed can also be used as a foliar spray. If using as a spray, use in the early evening or during times of shade from the sun. Do not spray directly onto flowers. Shake well before use and do not store in direct sunlight. Keep out of the reach of children and always read the label.

A granular pet training aid Train your cats and dogs to ‘go elsewhere’ with Stay Off Granules. The ideal training aid, simply scatter the granules across areas where you do not want your pet to foul and the strong perfumed odour will repel pets towards designated fouling areas. Perfect for helping to keep lawns, beds and borders free from fouling, Stay Off Granules are safe to use around children and pets. Stay Off Granules: Used as a pet training aid Masks the scents from previous fouling Can be used in children’s play areas Contains plant oils Releasing a strong highly perfumed odour over a period of days, it removes the odours of previous visits so that the animal does not recognise the fouling area. Once Stay Off Granules have been applied, re-apply every five to seven days until toilet training is successful. Avoid contact with herbaceous or other valued plants other than turf. Always use plant protection products safely.

Organic, ready-to-use pelleted bait A ready-to-use bait, Slug Rid controls slugs and snails around all edible and ornamental plants. Containing ferric phosphate, simply spread around plants at the first sign of damage. Slug Rid: Fast-acting – slugs cease to feed immediately after consuming Once ingested, slugs slowly move away from plants without leaving an unsightly trace If used as directed, the pellets do not pose a risk to children or pets. Suitable for organic gardening, Slug Rid should be used during late evening or early morning when slugs are most active. Evenly scatter the pellets to moist, bare soil around plants such as strawberries, hostas, bedding plants, lettuces and cabbages. Once laid, Slug Rid pellets will swell, absorbing water from moist soil which will attract slugs. After eating, slugs and snails will move away to die. Always use plant protection products safely. Read the label and product information before use.

Citrus Feed – Summer is a high nitrogen fertiliser developed specifically for all citrus plants. Many citrus fruits, such as lemons, kumquats and limes are not hardy but can be grown in pots outdoors in summer and brought inside during the colder months. Citrus Feed – Summer: High nitrogen content to support growth and improve fruiting Discourages premature ripening, fruit drop and leaf discolouration Apply weekly from April to September. Citrus are hungry plants and need feeding regularly. In summer water freely but allow the surface to partially dry out before re-watering. All citrus plants thrive in humid conditions but lemons and kumquats are more resistant to cold. Lime and grapefruit require warmer conditions throughout the year. Citrus flowers appear all year round and the fruit can take 12 months to ripen, so patience is required when growing. Citrus Feed can be stored indefinitely if sealed in an air tight container.

Boosts rooting and establishment of cuttings Vitax Organic Rooting Gel is made from natural plant extracts to help rooting and establish cuttings. It contains no synthetic growth hormones or fungicides. Helps retain moisture during the vital early stage after taking the cutting Suitable for soft, semi-hard or hardwood cuttings

A combined lawn feed and selective weedkiller for control of many common broad-leaved weeds in lawns, Feed and Weed kills clovers, buttercup, dandelion, daisy and plantains to leave a green and healthy lawn. Vitax Feed and Weed: Kills common lawn weeds and encourages grass regrowth Apply from April to September Contains clopyralid, 2,4-D and MCPA A soluble concentrate, one bottle will cover approximately 100m2 of lawn. Once applied, Feed and Weed quickly kills off any weeds and encourages grass growth to cover bare areas left by dead weeds. Vitax Feed and Weed should be applied when the soil is moist and weeds are actively growing and leafy. Do not apply in windy weather and where possible avoid drift onto crops and non-target plants. It will kill weeds present at time of application but will not prevent weeds from germinating. Following treatment do not mow the affected area for three days to allow full uptake by the weeds. Always use plant protection products safely and carefully read the label.

The most advanced liquid lawn feed Green Up Enhance Liquid Lawn Feed is the soluble alternative to the granular Green Up Enhance lawn feeds. Used by professional greenkeepers, it has added seaweed and a turf wetting agent which helps reduce grass stress and improves root growth. Green Up Enhance Liquid Lawn Feed: Can be used in wet or dry conditions Contains organic nutrients and essential amino acids Used on freshly germinated and newly established lawns Apply Green Up Enhance Liquid Lawn Feed any time from March to September. Re-apply two to three times over the growing season to maintain grass vigour and vibrancy. If you are looking for a quality lawn which looks as good as a professional pitch, spray grass at monthly intervals. Apply with a watering can, or for larger lawns with a dribble bar. Green Up Enhance Liquid Lawn Feed can also be applied via a knapsack or other sprayer. Children and pets are allowed onto treated areas following application. Always wash hands after use.

Six to eight times richer than farmyard manure, 6X Pelleted Chicken Manure is a popular choice amongst gardeners looking for a 100% natural fertiliser. Highly concentrated, users only need to use handfuls of pellets rather than barrowloads. An ideal organic feed for flowers, lawns, vegetables, pot plants and baskets too, 6X Pelleted Chicken Manure contains trace elements which feed the soil. 6X Pelleted Poultry Manure: Weed and bug free No added ingredients Safe for all garden life and encourages the earthworm population Feeds the soil rather than the plant, 6X Pelleted Poultry Manure needs to be mixed thoroughly with existing soil for maximum results. Always water plants and crops in once planted as it is the nutrient uptake through the roots which boosts growth. Unused pellets can be kept from one season to the next and once empty, the container can be recycled.

Popular, traditional method of deterring slugs and snails Copper Slug Tape stops slugs and other gastropods in their tracks by providing a barrier to plants and crops. Serrated to provide extra protection against snails, Copper Slug Tape is a popular alternative to more chemical based solutions. Copper Slug Tape: Adhesive copper tape barrier Emits a tiny electrical charge when touched Excellent for use on pots and planters. It is the tiny electromagnetic charge a slug or snail feels when it tries to cross Copper Slug Tape which prevents them reaching the plants and crops. A tiny electrical charge is created naturally from within the copper causing them to turn away. Suitable for organic gardening, Slug Copper Tape comes in a four metre pack which will protect up to 12, five inch pots. To use, remove the protective paper and apply direct to a dry, clean surface. Stick the tape in a complete circle around the pot or bed you want to protect. Make sure any overhanging branches or leaves are trimmed away and do not overhang the protected area as these will act as a bridge for slugs to use. As with any copper material, Copper Slug Tape will turn green with age, but will not affect the product’s performance. Sizes available: 4 metres

Kills the weeds other weedkillers leave behind A ready-to-use spray, Lawn Clear tackles stubborn broad-leaved weeds without harming grass. Lawn Clear RTU: Fast-acting systemic action Used to treat a broad spectrum of weeds Contains clopyralid, 2,4D and MCPA Apply once a year to treat plantain, creeping buttercup, white clover, common dandelion and daisy. For best results apply during April to September when the soil is moist and the weeds are leafy and actively growing. Lawn Clear RTU will kill weeds present at the time of treatment, but does not prevent them from germinating or prevent the re-growth of weeds following application. Prior to application, do not mow the area to be treated for three days. Once Lawn Clear RTU has been applied, do not mow again for another three days. Lawn Clear RTU is not to be used on newly established lawns (less than a year old). Always take care when using plant protection products.

Removes insect debris and gives plants a clean start. Winter Tree Wash is a blend of natural plant and fish oils for control of insect and aphid eggs on fruit trees and bushes during the dormant season. Suitable for organic Gardening, it can be used on both edible and ornamental crops. Winter Tree Wash: Removes insect debris, dust and wax which insects can use to secure their eggs onto the plant or tree Clears the plant of eggs, larvae an nymphs of aphids and insects Works purely by physical means. Controlling eggs and larvae laid by insects such as greenfly, blackfly and whitefly, Winter Tree Wash can be used on most fruit trees and bushes including apple, pear, plum, cherry and raspberry plus many more. Winter Tree Wash should be applied during calm, dry conditions in the dormant period (November through to February). Preferably treat after leaf fall and prior to bud break in the spring, or test a small area 24 hours prior to overall application. Particular attention should be paid to the crooks of branches or stems where pests may rest.