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plotstoeat
Acre
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peat substitute
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August 20, 2015, 20:44:11 »
Can anyone suggest a peat substitute suitable in making up John Innes compost please?
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Robert_Brenchley
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September 15, 2015, 13:16:00 »
I used to use leafmould when I lived in Cornwall.
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plotstoeat
Acre
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September 26, 2015, 14:45:29 »
Quote from: Robert_Brenchley on September 15, 2015, 13:16:00
I used to use leafmould when I lived in Cornwall.
Thanks Robert
I recently asked a professional about this and he agreed but suggested using twice as much as peat as it erodes faster.
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jimc
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October 02, 2015, 04:10:09 »
How about coconut coir? The one I get is a premium fine cut grade. I use it in my seed raising and potting mixes.
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ancellsfarmer
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Plot is London clay, rich in Mesozoic fossils
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October 03, 2015, 22:40:14 »
There may be more benefit in using peat for growing.
see :
www.bordnamona.ie
› Products & Services
and suggest other ways the Irish keep warm!
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