Kitchen Garden

MAKE YOUR OWN potting compost

PART TWO

In last month’s issue we looked specifically at seed sowing composts as these needed to have certain qualities that would not affect germination. This month we look at composts you can make that will be perfect for seedling stage and more mature plants.

If we first look at potting composts you can buy from a garden centre, one of the most common to use for seedlings or mature plants is multi-purpose compost - a good all-rounder suitable for most subjects. You will find some that are

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