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Title: peat substitute
Post by: plotstoeat on August 20, 2015, 20:44:11

Can anyone suggest a peat substitute suitable in making up John Innes compost please?

Title: Re: peat substitute
Post by: Robert_Brenchley on September 15, 2015, 13:16:00

I used to use leafmould when I lived in Cornwall.

Title: Re: peat substitute
Post by: plotstoeat on 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.

Title: Re: peat substitute
Post by: jimc on 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.

Title: Re: peat substitute
Post by: ancellsfarmer on October 03, 2015, 22:40:14

There may be more benefit in using peat for growing.
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and suggest other ways the Irish keep warm!

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