This Soil Association approved Carbon Gold Biochar Seed Compost is the growing medium all seeds and gardeners alike have been waiting for; packed full of beneficial - and completely organic - nutrients, the seed compost will get seeds off to the strongest possible start.

The Carbon Gold seed compost additive list makes impressive reading; added to mycorrhizal fungi and wormcasts is Carbon Gold biochar, seaweed, organic coir and a vegetable-based nutrient blend, all of which work together to help ensure high germination rates and healthy early root formation.

You'll also find that seeds and seedlings raised in Carbon Gold Biochar Seed Compost ‘take’ quickly when potted on or planted out so grab yourself an 8 litre bag of this potent seed sowing mix and enjoy the garden benefits!

Gardeners have been using lime for years to improve soil conditions and this natural ingredient really is the key to quality soil - for not only does the application of lime raise the PH level of the soil, it improves the crumb structure in heavy soils and in itself is a form of calcium.

The J Arthur Bowers world renowned Garden Lime we stock is supplied in a 3kg box (coverage 30m²), is made from ground limestone and should be applied in late autumn or early winter when the ground is frost free. Use garden lime on particularly acidic soils each year - neutral soil will benefit from an application every 3 years - by scattering over the soil surface and forking in well, and don't forget to treat your brassica plot with garden lime too as a higher PH will help discourage club root.

The Clay Breaker could be your knight in shining armour if a heavy clay garden soil has almost convinced you to throw in the gardening towel; this pelleted, organic soil additive rides to the rescue in autumn and turns sticky, unworkable and often compacted clay soil into a more manageable growing medium.

The agent in the clay breaker makes the soil easier to work and improves drainage and can be applied to lawns as well as vegetable plots, allotments and herbaceous borders; simply scatter the pellets onto a roughly dug plot in autumn and enjoy cultivating your soil in the following seasons.

Supplied in a 2.5kg box, the clay breaker won't affect the soil ph and can be used as a top dressing on lawns, also in autumn.

Rolawn Topsoil is where to turn to once you've built your raised bed - although you might think the hard work is over, actually filling it with a suitable mix of soil and organic matter which will give your home-grown vegetable plants every chance of making it to the kitchen table is the difficult part. That's why we've teamed up with Rolawn, the country's leading supplier of topsoil, to bring you high quality peat-free soil mixes to cover not just your raised bed requirements but all your general gardening needs. Choose from the Blended Loam, Vegetable and Fruit Topsoil and Soil Improver (all supplied in 1000 litre bags which, in the case of the loam and topsoil, contain up to 50% more product than 1 tonne of ordinary topsoil) recipes to give beds, borders, vegetable patches a real boost.

All types of topsoil, soil improver and compost are supplied in 1000 litre tote bags but if that's not enough to meet your needs, we offer discounts on orders of two bags or more. We also arrange delivery - directly from Rolawn - to your address (please note we deliver to mainland UK only) so when ordering, please provide a daytime telephone number on which you can be contacted to arrange delivery - otherwise the despatch and delivery of your Rolawn order will be delayed.

MULTIBUY DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE!
Purchase two or more bags and enjoy a substantial discount (deducted at checkout) on your Rolawn Topsoil, Compost and Soil Improver order!

Rolawn Turf is the first choice for both professional landscapers and experienced gardeners who demand the best and if you want a lawn with centre court looks, you've come to the right place!

We've two brands of top quality Rolawn Turf for you to choose from, each grown from the the finest blend of seeds and both culivated and lifted with the care and attention to detail you'd expect from a market leader. Medallion Rolawn Turf is the grade to go for if you want a good quality, hardwearing lawn in regular use but if you want that bit extra - and turn the neighbours' faces the same colour as your grass - then the renowned Minster Pro Rolawn Turf has to be your choice. Both grades of Rolawn Turf are sold in square metre rolls and are available in four price/size breaks - 10-18 sqm, 19-36 sqm, 37-86 sqm and 87-104 sqm - but if that's not enough for your project, we can also supply greater quantities; please call our Customer Services Department on 0845 218 5301 or e-mail us at Customer Services for a quotation.

MULTIBUY DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE!
Purchase 19 or more square metres and enjoy a substantial discount on your Rolawn Turf order!

Whether you're about to lay a completely new lawn or want to revive a tired-looking area of grass, you've come to the right place as Rolawn are recognised throughout the UK and Europe as the people for turf and topsoil; and any lawn-based project you're undertaking will turn out a whole lot better thanks to the Rolawn Turf and Lawn Seeding Topsoil and Lawn Topdressing. 'It's all in the preparation' is an age-old gardening creed and the Turf and Lawn Seeding Topsoil (along with the quality Rolawn turf varieties we also supply) ensures the best possible start for any new lawn; and established grassed areas will thank you for regular applications of the Lawn Topdressing. You'll find the Turf and Lawn Seeding Topsoil provides a perfect, smooth platform for both turf laying and seeding whilst the Lawn Topdressing, with its 85% sand and 15% clay/silt mix, will invigorate ragged, run-down lawns. We can't promise you Centre Court or the 18th green at St. Andrews but you'll certainly notice the difference!

Both products are supplied in 730 litre tote bags but if that's not enough to meet your needs, we offer discounts on orders of two bags or more. We also arrange delivery - directly from Rolawn - to your address (please note we deliver to mainland UK only) so when ordering, please provide a daytime telephone number on which you can be contacted to arrange delivery - otherwise the despatch and delivery of your lawn topsoil or top dressing will be delayed.

MULTIBUY DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE!
Purchase two or more bags and enjoy a substantial discount (deducted at checkout) on your Rolawn Turf and Lawn Seeding Topsoil and Lawn Topdressing order!

Rolawn are widely regarded as the UK's leading supplier of high quality topsoil and turf so it should come as no suprise that the landscaping bark they carry in their range is right up there with the best; if you're looking to give the finishing touches to a landscaping project or apply a very attractive and effective mulch to beds and borders, then the Rolawn Landscaping Bark should be at the very top of your shopping list.

We're pleased to include the premium quality product in our range and are sure you'll be impressed with both the quality and coverage.

Landscaping bark is supplied in 1000 litre tote bags but if that's not enough to meet your needs, we offer discounts on orders of two bags or more. We also arrange delivery - directly from Rolawn - to your address (please note we deliver to mainland UK only) so when ordering, please provide a daytime telephone number on which you can be contacted to arrange delivery - otherwise the despatch and delivery of your Rolawn bark will be delayed.

MULTIBUY DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE!
Purchase two or more bags and enjoy a substantial discount (deducted at checkout) on your Rolawn Bark order!

Producing 70-80 litres of peat-free growing medium from a 30cm L x 30cm W x 13cm H coir bale sounds like something only Derren Brown or Paul Daniels could manage - but this seemingly impossible horticultural magic trick is something you can perform in your own kitchen garden, vegetable patch or allotment, thanks to the Eco-Coir Bricks and Bale!

Just by adding water and stirring, you can convert these organic, peat-free, compact bricks of all-natural coconut fibre (coir) into a growing medium for soil conditioning, hanging baskets and container growing or as additional brown matter for home composts - even as a bedding material for worm composters. They can also be used to lighten clay soils, improve water capacity in sandy soils or can play a major part in creating an ideal potting compost by mixing with other components, such as sand, garden compost, loam and manure. The Eco-Coir Bricks measure 20cm L x 10cm W x 6cm H and produce 9 litres of compost whilst the bales measures 30cm L x 30cm W x 13cm H and will provide you with between 70 and 80 litres of peat-free multi-purpose compost - the size of a large garden centre-bought bag!

See our Extra Value Offer and save £4 when purchasing a set of 5 Eco-Coir Bricks.

Provide your plants with 33 litres of prime growing medium in the form of this popular New Horizon Organic and Peat Free Growbag - a must if you're keen on raising top quality tomatoes, peppers, aubergines, strawberries or similar crops in your greenhouse or on the patio. Growbags really take centre stage when your growing space is limited, or you want to grow heat-loving crops (such as the above) early season under glass, but are equally useful when topping up beds as they're so easy to carry. And don't forget top veg grower (with 10 Chelsea gold medals in his trophy cabinet) Medwyn Williams' tip for bumper growbag crops; place one bag on top of another, doubling the soil into which your plants can root. Just sit back and watch the results...

Maximum of 5 bags per order.

Click here to view the BBC Gardeners' World debate on peat free composts when the New Horizon Organic and Peat Free Growbag was voted the winner in the 'Which Award for Peat Free Composts'!

Rockdust - We've all picked up growing tips from older, more experienced gardeners over the years, but we're sure none of them were quite as long in the tooth as Rock Dust - over 420 million years old to be exact! Mined from Scottish quarries, this remarkable volcanic rock dust contains two thirds of all non-synthetic minerals known to man, and is a natural method of adding essential trace elements to your soil. Benefits include high yields, tastier fruit and vegetables and increased resistance to pests and drought. Available in 20kg (covers 40 sqm) bags and if thse aren't enough for youre garden, try our 1 tonne bag of Rock Dust for size!

Vermiculite has been used by plantsmen, propagators, growers and gardeners for decades and our standard Vermiculite and Fine Grade Vermiculite will allow you to improve your seed sowing germination rates and give your seed and potting compost mixes the edge.

Supplied in easily manageable re-sealable bags, both grades of vermiculite - a naturally occuring non-toxic mineral - will benefit seeds and seedlings; the standard is ideal for mixing with seed sowing and potting composts where it absorbs nutrients and moisture before releasing them near the rootzone, whilst the fine grade is perfectly suited for raising and covering smaller seeds where damaging soil temperature fluctuations are kept to minimum. Simply mix the vermiculite with potting compost, use exclusively as a seed sowing medium or cover your seeds after sowing and just watch the results!

Perlite - those little white bits you find in all the best composts - allows you to achieve those fluffy potting compost mixes, full of air spaces and retained moisture, you've always dreamed of and will give your greenhouse seed sowing and growing activities a real leg-up.

Here's the science bit; perlite is natural volcanic rock which is heated to a high temperature to produce a lightweight micro-porous structure and this material proves ideal for holding air and moisture, reducing compaction and generally giving your plants the time of their lives! Perlite is a must for any greenhouse grower, novice or serious, and the re-sealable bag this most useful of compost additives comes in helps to prevent the contents becoming prematurely damp. Simply mix perlite with any potting mix and reap the benefits!

Rockdust in a 1 tonne bag is perfect for larger gardens and projects when a 20kg tub of Rock Dust goes nowhere - and you get to enjoy the remarkable soil benefits of this remarkable volcanic rock dust on a large scale!

Rockdust contains two thirds of all non-synthetic minerals known to man, and is a natural method of adding essential trace elements to your soil; benefits include high yields, tastier fruit and vegetables and increased resistance to pests and drought. Simply scatter the rock dust onto the soil surface (winter is best), rake in lightly and enjoy the results of adding trace elements and minerals accrued in over 420 million years!

The Soil Testing Kit is an easy to follow system which uses chemical reagents to help you check that fundamental garden data - the state of your soil.

It's impossible to understate the importance of keeping tabs on your garden soil and this handy kit - supplied with comprehensive instructions - allows you to test the soil for pH, nitrogen, phosphorous and potassium. Equipped to carry out 10 tests for each of the above, the kit should be used within 12 months of opening, each sampling and analysis takes seconds and results can be instantly obtained using the supplied colour coded test sheet.

The Soil Testing Kit is supplied in a handy carrying case which keeps the contents safe and dry along with enabling you to tour the garden testing at will!

Ascertaining the PH of your soil is essential if you want to produce healthy, home-grown fruit and vegetables and although soil PH levels can seem a bit of a mystery to some, the Soil PH Meter takes all the confusion out of determining if your soil is acid or alkaline.

Quick and easy to use, the meter gives an instant check of soil PH, no batteries are required and aftercare consists of a quick wipe of the probe. Once the Soil PH Meter has done its job and the make-up of your soil has been revealed, it's possible to alter the soil PH to suit the crops you want to grow - for more information, visit the Ask the Expert section of our site.

Strulch Garden Mulch is used by famous sites such as RHS Wisley, Ryton Organic Gardens, The Eden Project and has been featured on BBC Gardeners World at Berryfields. A light and easy to use mineralized wheat straw garden mulch which reduces weed growth by up to 95%, enriches soil, helps to retain moisture and offers protection around plants.
Also featured on ITV's This Morning Programme - 4th March 2008

Sheep's Wool Compost is an excellent eco-friendly peat-free garden compost that mixes bracken and sheep’s wool to help retain water while releasing nutrients to feed flowers, fruit and vegetables throughout the growing season. The idea originated from old gardening books that talked of wool's natural ability to hold water to itself, and provide long term nutrient release - wool is still famously used in the 'Rhubarb Triangle' of Yorkshire.