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UK compost

What compost for your plants in the UK

Peat-free multipurpose, ericaceous or free-draining — the right bagged compost, pot and drainage for 11687 plants.

Buy peat-free — sales of peat compost to home gardeners are being phased out, and the RHS recommends peat-free. US gardener? See the US soil & potting-mix library.

1589Needs ericaceous (lime-free) compost

Acid-loving plants that yellow in ordinary limey multipurpose — buy a bag labelled ericaceous.

Showing 400 of 1589. Every plant has a page — search or open any species and follow the UK compost link.

5049Needs free-draining mix + grit

Cacti, succulents and other plants that rot in water-holding compost — cut multipurpose 50:50 with grit or perlite, or buy a cactus mix.

Showing 400 of 5049. Every plant has a page — search or open any species and follow the UK compost link.

5049Ordinary peat-free multipurpose

Straightforward: a good peat-free multipurpose is right; add John Innes for a large, long-term pot.

Showing 400 of 5049. Every plant has a page — search or open any species and follow the UK compost link.