Soil

Love your soil - Learn about soil conditioners The condition of a soil will greatly impact how efficiently nutrients are taken up by plants. Most soils can be improved both in nutrient content and in structure by following good gardening practices. Soil that is in good shape will be free-draining, easy to dig, have a crumbly texture and a healthy...

Soil blocks might seem a bit of a garden shed mystery but they are just what the name suggests – blocks made from soil.  They are used for the propagation of seeds and cuttings and are very easy to make and use.  There is no need for pots or modular trays. Soil blocks are made with a Blocker. You can...

Klasmann-Deilmann is the market leader for premium substrates in Organic horticulture and has been supplying organic growers for over 30 years.

January is a good time to think about your crop rotation and what quantities you will be growing.  What was a success last year, what did you have a glut of – and what did no one like?

Soil Testing - Taking a Soil Sample A soil test is a scientific way to measure the fertility of your soil. It will indicate if you need to fix any plant nutrient issues. A soil test analysis shows which nutrients your soil is lacking but also which are already present - knowing this is important as a soil too rich...

Leaf mould is made from decaying leaves. It is an excellent soil conditioner, adding organic matter and beneficial micro-organisms.

Beautiful to look at and a pleasure to use our Copper Garden Tools are amazing!  Sharp and lightweight they will give years of service. Why Chose Copper Garden Tools They have a much longer lifespan than tools made from iron. Copper is not magnetic – so does not disrupt the electrical fields in the soil. The design of these garden...