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Compost, Fertilisers & Recycling

All Discussions Regarding Compost (ing), Fertilisers, soil conditioning, Recycling & Rain Water Harvesting can be found here.

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  2. JWK
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    Best supplier of compost 2024

    There was a reading yesterday, " A Ten Minute bill" to ban the sale of peat based compost to the horticultural sector, with the bill being presented by, Theresa Villiers, the Tory MP for Chipping...
    There was a reading yesterday, " A Ten Minute bill" to ban the sale of peat based compost to the horticultural sector, with the bill being presented by, Theresa Villiers, the Tory MP for Chipping Barnet. The second reading is due on the 26th April it looks like it will not go unopposed.Link...
    There was a reading yesterday, " A Ten Minute bill" to ban the sale of peat based compost to the horticultural sector, with the bill being presented by, Theresa Villiers, the Tory MP for Chipping Barnet. The second reading is due on the 26th...
    There was a reading yesterday, " A Ten Minute bill" to ban the sale of peat based compost to the horticultural sector, with the bill being presented by, Theresa Villiers, the Tory MP for Chipping...
    JWK, Jan 1, 2024 ... 9 10 11
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    gks
    Apr 17, 2024
  3. shiney
    Sticky
    Like x 8

    Instructions On Composting..

    Too much wet stuff.
    Too much wet stuff.
    Too much wet stuff.
    Too much wet stuff.
    shiney, Jun 27, 2010 ... 2 3 4
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    "M"
    Nov 20, 2016
  4. Steve R
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    Hot Composting - The Berkeley Method

    Yeah I think the same doubt anything could keep the little rascals out hahahaha. I really appreciate you're views, it's great to be open to so much more knowledge, skills, experience and little...
    Yeah I think the same doubt anything could keep the little rascals out hahahaha. I really appreciate you're views, it's great to be open to so much more knowledge, skills, experience and little tricks.
    Yeah I think the same doubt anything could keep the little rascals out hahahaha. I really appreciate you're views, it's great to be open to so much more knowledge, skills, experience and little tricks.
    Yeah I think the same doubt anything could keep the little rascals out hahahaha. I really appreciate you're views, it's great to be open to so much more knowledge, skills, experience and little...
    Steve R, Nov 30, 2018
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    Matta513
    Apr 17, 2020
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  6. wiseowl
    Locked

    Best Supplier Of Compost 2023

    Link to new threadBest supplier of compost 2024
    Link to new threadBest supplier of compost 2024
    Link to new threadBest supplier of compost 2024
    Link to new threadBest supplier of compost 2024
    wiseowl, Jan 1, 2023 ... 20 21 22
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    shiney
    Jan 1, 2024
  7. ARMANDII

    COMPOST REVIEW 2013

    :blue thumb: :blue thumb: :blue thumb:
    :blue thumb: :blue thumb: :blue thumb:
    :blue thumb: :blue thumb: :blue thumb:
    :blue thumb: :blue thumb: :blue thumb:
    ARMANDII, Feb 6, 2013 ... 17 18 19
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    shiney
    Sep 10, 2013
  8. shiney
    Locked

    Best Supplier Of Compost 2021

    2022 thread : Best Supplier Of Compost 2022
    2022 thread : Best Supplier Of Compost 2022
    2022 thread : Best Supplier Of Compost 2022
    2022 thread : Best Supplier Of Compost 2022
    shiney, Jan 11, 2021 ... 14 15 16
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    JWK
    Jan 1, 2022
  9. ARMANDII

    BEST SUPPLIER OF COMPOST 2018

    Well, up to 3" inches should be fine.:dunno: Getting more life into a border will not be solved instantly with a heavy dose of compost although it is a step forward. I add used compost on the borders...
    Well, up to 3" inches should be fine.:dunno: Getting more life into a border will not be solved instantly with a heavy dose of compost although it is a step forward. I add used compost on the borders every year and it take time for it to work it's way down into the soil even with digging. Nature...
    Well, up to 3" inches should be fine.:dunno: Getting more life into a border will not be solved instantly with a heavy dose of compost although it is a step forward. I add used compost on the borders every year and it take time for it to work it's...
    Well, up to 3" inches should be fine.:dunno: Getting more life into a border will not be solved instantly with a heavy dose of compost although it is a step forward. I add used compost on the borders...
    ARMANDII, Jan 1, 2018 ... 9 10 11
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    ARMANDII
    Sep 12, 2018
  10. JWK
    Locked

    Best Supplier Of Compost 2022

    Looks good :blue thumb:
    Looks good :blue thumb:
    Looks good :blue thumb:
    Looks good :blue thumb:
    JWK, Jan 1, 2022 ... 8 9 10
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    shiney
    Nov 12, 2022
  11. Lone Northern Lass

    Isn't any peat in compost an environmental no-no?

    Coir v PeatIs Coir an Eco-friendly Substitute for Peat Moss? - Garden Myths
    Coir v PeatIs Coir an Eco-friendly Substitute for Peat Moss? - Garden Myths
    Coir v PeatIs Coir an Eco-friendly Substitute for Peat Moss? - Garden Myths
    Coir v PeatIs Coir an Eco-friendly Substitute for Peat Moss? - Garden Myths
    Lone Northern Lass, May 22, 2020 ... 6 7 8
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    gks
    Mar 9, 2021
  12. Marley Farley

    Best supplier of Compost 2015/2016

    I'm still using Wickes own brand. It's not too bad this season :blue thumb: I've just collected my latest batch and that makes us having bought over 5,000 litres this year :hate-shocked:. Some of the cost has been...
    I'm still using Wickes own brand. It's not too bad this season :blue thumb: I've just collected my latest batch and that makes us having bought over 5,000 litres this year :hate-shocked:. Some of the cost has been recouped from the sale of plants :blue thumb:
    I'm still using Wickes own brand. It's not too bad this season :blue thumb: I've just collected my latest batch and that makes us having bought over 5,000 litres this year :hate-shocked:. Some of the cost has been recouped from the sale of plants :blue thumb:
    I'm still using Wickes own brand. It's not too bad this season :blue thumb: I've just collected my latest batch and that makes us having bought over 5,000 litres this year :hate-shocked:. Some of the cost has been...
    Marley Farley, Jan 4, 2014 ... 6 7 8
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    shiney
    Jul 13, 2015
  13. roders
    Like x 6

    Best Multi Purpose compost 2015...Your thoughts please.

    Back in March I recommended this stuff and after another busy year, I still can't fault this stuff and have used nothing else for my planters and baskets. I've also used it for seeds and cuttings...
    Back in March I recommended this stuff and after another busy year, I still can't fault this stuff and have used nothing else for my planters and baskets. I've also used it for seeds and cuttings as its fine and fluffy :)I need a compost that I'm 100% confident with for my business so I can...
    Back in March I recommended this stuff and after another busy year, I still can't fault this stuff and have used nothing else for my planters and baskets. I've also used it for seeds and cuttings as its fine and fluffy :)I need a compost that I'm...
    Back in March I recommended this stuff and after another busy year, I still can't fault this stuff and have used nothing else for my planters and baskets. I've also used it for seeds and cuttings...
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    roders, Feb 27, 2015 ... 5 6 7
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    Bilbo675
    Oct 30, 2015
  14. ARMANDII

    BEST SUPPLIER OF COMPOST - 2017

    I can get 40L bags for £2 here so gave it a try, Budgens are selling it. I hadn't heard of it before either but was pleasantly surprised. I must have most other compost this year I've been...
    I can get 40L bags for £2 here so gave it a try, Budgens are selling it. I hadn't heard of it before either but was pleasantly surprised. I must have most other compost this year I've been disappointed by
    I can get 40L bags for £2 here so gave it a try, Budgens are selling it. I hadn't heard of it before either but was pleasantly surprised. I must have most other compost this year I've been disappointed by
    I can get 40L bags for £2 here so gave it a try, Budgens are selling it. I hadn't heard of it before either but was pleasantly surprised. I must have most other compost this year I've been...
    ARMANDII, Jan 9, 2017 ... 4 5 6
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    Mark56
    Oct 2, 2017
  15. andrews

    GW / Gove Plant Pot Crusade

    The breasts weighed 11oz each so each one was plenty for two when done with loads of veg etc.
    The breasts weighed 11oz each so each one was plenty for two when done with loads of veg etc.
    The breasts weighed 11oz each so each one was plenty for two when done with loads of veg etc.
    The breasts weighed 11oz each so each one was plenty for two when done with loads of veg etc.
    andrews, Sep 25, 2018 ... 4 5 6
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    shiney
    Sep 30, 2018
  16. shiney
    Locked

    Best Supplier Of Compost 2020

    Just got westlands multi purpose compost delivered 50l bags, not impressed with it very dry woody texture, will have to mix it with other compost , very disappointed.Regds Sandy
    Just got westlands multi purpose compost delivered 50l bags, not impressed with it very dry woody texture, will have to mix it with other compost , very disappointed.Regds Sandy
    Just got westlands multi purpose compost delivered 50l bags, not impressed with it very dry woody texture, will have to mix it with other compost , very disappointed.Regds Sandy
    Just got westlands multi purpose compost delivered 50l bags, not impressed with it very dry woody texture, will have to mix it with other compost , very disappointed.Regds Sandy
    shiney, Feb 24, 2020 ... 4 5 6
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    sandymac
    Mar 1, 2021
  17. J.R.P.

    NEW REUSE-RECYCLING OF WASTE IDEAS?

    Hi Walnut and Takemor02withit. YES we are so proud of him, and what a good part he played. J.R.P.
    Hi Walnut and Takemor02withit. YES we are so proud of him, and what a good part he played. J.R.P.
    Hi Walnut and Takemor02withit. YES we are so proud of him, and what a good part he played. J.R.P.
    Hi Walnut and Takemor02withit. YES we are so proud of him, and what a good part he played. J.R.P.
    J.R.P., Feb 4, 2007 ... 3 4 5
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    J.R.P.
    May 13, 2008
  18. Fat Controller
    Informative x 6

    Miracle Gro MPC - avoid!

    I was in Homebase yesterday and didn't see any!
    I was in Homebase yesterday and didn't see any!
    I was in Homebase yesterday and didn't see any!
    I was in Homebase yesterday and didn't see any!
    Fat Controller, Mar 28, 2024 ... 3 4 5
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    fairygirl
    Apr 3, 2024
  19. Cacadores

    My Compost Heap just Caught Fire

    There's nothing wrong with dreaming, Cacadores:snork:
    There's nothing wrong with dreaming, Cacadores:snork:
    There's nothing wrong with dreaming, Cacadores:snork:
    There's nothing wrong with dreaming, Cacadores:snork:
    Cacadores, Dec 24, 2012 ... 2 3 4
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    ARMANDII
    Jan 15, 2013
  20. Scrungee

    Things that get into the compost

    No socks this time...
    No socks this time...
    No socks this time...
    No socks this time...
    nut1.jpg DSC07959.JPG
    Scrungee, Mar 30, 2011 ... 2 3 4
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    Phil A
    Mar 8, 2018
  21. redstar

    Human Urine

    Thanks.:blue thumb:
    Thanks.:blue thumb:
    Thanks.:blue thumb:
    Thanks.:blue thumb:
    redstar, Feb 11, 2012 ... 2 3 4
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    liliana
    Oct 7, 2012
  22. mistys

    compost

    They must like pineapple Dave.....or are running away from it :D
    They must like pineapple Dave.....or are running away from it :D
    They must like pineapple Dave.....or are running away from it :D
    They must like pineapple Dave.....or are running away from it :D
    mistys, Mar 1, 2006 ... 2 3 4
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    Paladin
    Mar 27, 2006
  23. david jones

    which compost?

    Well, we all know by now that there's been some dodgy compost on the market this year. So what about next year? Are you going to stick with the same? Although B & Q's Verve multi-compost was...
    Well, we all know by now that there's been some dodgy compost on the market this year. So what about next year? Are you going to stick with the same? Although B & Q's Verve multi-compost was probably one of the better ones this year, it too was not up to it's usual standard. As some of you...
    Well, we all know by now that there's been some dodgy compost on the market this year. So what about next year? Are you going to stick with the same? Although B & Q's Verve multi-compost was probably one of the better ones this year, it too was...
    Well, we all know by now that there's been some dodgy compost on the market this year. So what about next year? Are you going to stick with the same? Although B & Q's Verve multi-compost was...
    david jones, Mar 25, 2012 ... 2 3 4
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    Sheal
    Nov 10, 2012
  24. blacksmith

    Rock Dust

    That is pretty much what I had in mind. Although it would also mean having the same plants in both areas, which could be difficult as I have several micro-climates and slightly different soil...
    That is pretty much what I had in mind. Although it would also mean having the same plants in both areas, which could be difficult as I have several micro-climates and slightly different soil conditions in my garden.I expect that if I used just 1 bed or border and divided it there would be...
    That is pretty much what I had in mind. Although it would also mean having the same plants in both areas, which could be difficult as I have several micro-climates and slightly different soil conditions in my garden.I expect that if I used...
    That is pretty much what I had in mind. Although it would also mean having the same plants in both areas, which could be difficult as I have several micro-climates and slightly different soil...
    blacksmith, Aug 28, 2011 ... 2 3 4
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    Hairy Gardener
    Aug 27, 2013
  25. Freddy

    Lime

    Will do:blue thumb:
    Will do:blue thumb:
    Will do:blue thumb:
    Will do:blue thumb:
    Freddy, Jun 25, 2009 ... 2 3 4
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    Freddy
    Sep 25, 2012
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