Millais Nurseries
Bulrush Professional Ericaceous Compost 60 litre
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Bulrush Professional Ericaceous compost is a peat-reduced product similar to the compost we grow our plants in. It is generally not available elsewhere and is much better than most ericaceous composts sold in garden centres, which is milled to pieces and has no structure. Bulrush contains a good fibrous peat enhanced with 40% Forest Gold, a composted woodfibre to produce a quality 'open' compost which provides the essential drainage and aeration needed for Rhododendrons to thrive. With it's low pH, this ericaceous compost is perfect to help establish our full range of plants in your garden.
We recommend at least 20 litres of compost per 5 or 7.5 litre plant on most soils. Then double it for larger plants and double again on poorer soils!
This compost is compressed and heavy, weighing 18kg per bag. Carriage costs are based on weight and postcode. Just enter your postcode at the checkout to view delivery charges.
1-4 bags are usually sent individually.
5 or more bags are sent by non-returnable pallet. Please ensure you have a large enough access for a lorry with a tail-lift. The service is for kerbside delivery only. We will contact you to book a delivery day, but sorry we can not specify a time.
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We aim to offer an interesting range of sundries to ensure that your chosen plants get off to the best possible start in your garden. Plant them properly with the right products, and they will reward you well for years to come! Add some of these essentials when you place your order.
Composts - Excellent quality and value. A far better professional quality compost than anything offered by the main garden compost suppliers. Our compost has proper aeration and drainage, and is not milled to dust like so many other composts
Fertilizer - We tried the lot, and now we have commissioned our own slow-release fertilizer which we use on the nursery with great results, as it has all the right ingredients for ericaceous plants! We also offer a range of ‘curative’ fertilizers to correct deficiencie
Natural tonics and controls - We have sourced some really good professional grade organic products that work, and that we use on our nursery with good results. These help to keep your plants in tip-top condition.
Tools - Everyone needs a new pair of gloves, secateurs and some good tools from time to time. We list some quality products at a good price.
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The Basics
Ideal soil
Acidic soil, good organic content, pH 4.5-6.0. Inkarho range of rhododendrons will tolerate soils up to pH7.5
Sun or Shade
Light dappled shade is best for most varieties.
Shelter
Refer to hardiness rating. Give young plants protection.
Site Selection
Avoid close to trees, roots, invasive weeds, walls, hot patios, dry banks and waterlogged soils. Do not use weed matting or stone mulch.
Plant spacing
Use the height shown in 10 years as a guide to the distance between each plant. Allow room for plant to fill out. If planting closer for instant impact, be prepared to move plants after a few years.
Compost
- 3 litre pot, dig in 10-20 litres of ericaceous compost.
- 7.5 litre pot, dig in 20-30 litres of ericaceous compost.
- 70-80cm specimen, dig in 60 litres of ericaceous compost.
- 100-120cm specimen, dig in 120 litres of ericaceous compost.
Planting depth
Plant high in the ground, with the top of the rootball visible.
Feeding
Slow-release ericaceous feed recommended in March and straight after flowering.
Mulch
Recommended every few years.
Water
The key ingredient! Keep moist all season, especially the critical time at end of June for flower bud initiation. Tap water is better than no water. Heavy dose at least once per week in dry weather.
Drainage
Ensure good drainage in winter, especially with yellow flowering varieties. Avoid waterlogged sites.
Pruning
Rhododendrons and Camellias: Not normally required. Tidy wayward shoots after flowering.
Evergreen azaleas and Bloombux can be clipped into a low hedge.
Magnolias and Acers: Formative pruning when young to shape into a tree or bush.
Deadheading
Remove old flower-heads, particularly on young or weak plants.
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Delivery & Returns
Our website calculates the delivery charge according to weight and delivery location throughout the UK. To see these charges, please enter your postcode at the checkout, and you will see the charge vary as you add more items to your wheelbarrow.
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