Westland Jack's Magic All Purpose Compost 50L

Jack’s Magic All Purpose Compost blends the finest 100% natural ingredients to create a pure and balanced growing medium, which produces super, natural growth and exceptional health for plants and blooms all over your house and garden.

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How to use

Rework the compost between your hands, so it regains its intended structure. Then you’re all set!

Sowing seeds

• Fill a seed tray with compost and firm gently
• Sow seeds to the depth and spacing mentioned on the seed packet. Many seeds have specific germination advice which should be followed
• Water compost after sowing seeds. Covering the seed tray with polythene or glass will help to stop the compost from drying out
• Keep trays in a warm area, away from direct sunlight until seeds germinate. Once seeds have germinated, remove the polythene/glass and keep soil moist

Seedlings/Pricking out

• Prick out seedlings once large enough to handle. Hold the seedling by the leaves to avoid damage and gently tease the roots from the compost using a dibber or pencil
• Space seedlings to allow for vigorous growth. Water regularly until the seedlings are ready to be potted on

Potting

• Before potting, water plants well and allow to drain
• Choose new containers that are clean, have good drainage and enough space for root growth
• Put the plant in the new container and fill the space with new compost
• Water well and allow to drain

Take cuttings

• Fill a pot or tray with compost and firm gently
• Prepare the cutting according to the specific needs of the plant
• Generally, removing the bottom leaves and creating a sloping cut in the stem close to the joint will make a good cutting
• Make a hole in the compost with a dibber or pencil, place the cutting in the hole and firm the compost around it
• Place in a warm spot away from direct sunlight

Container and hanging baskets

• Line the basket and fill with compost. Plant with trailing plants around the outside the upright plants in the middle
• Water well

Tips for Better Results

• R e-seal the bag after you’ve used it
  
• Store in a dry, frost-free place away from weedkillers and other chemicals
  
• Not suitable for ericaceous (lime-hating) plants
  
• Wear gloves before handling

General Advice

• Use in a well ventilated place and avoid breathing in dust
  
• Always wear gloves when gardening and wash hands after use
  
• Children and pets need not be excluded from treated areas