Use cork for covering seed trays or as a decorative dressing for your potted plants.
Replace vermiculate with a more environmentally friendly product which has anti-bacterial and anti-fungicidal properties.
Sprinkle a very thin layer of 4-5 mm cork over seeds which have yet to germinate.
The size of cork granule prevents a crust forming, allowing the newly germinated seeds to push through easily. But, you have to be careful not to use too much cork.
Alternatively, once the seeds have germinated, sprinkle a light layer on top of your growing media. This will: keep the pot or seed tray surface clean; reduce scariad fly (fungus gnat) attacks; lead to less dampening off and fewer losses. Again, don’t put too thick a layer of cork on the pot or seed tray as this will prevent the new seedlings pushing through. Read more...
We can send cork with plants purchased for delivery by mail, or place a click and collect order and pick up in our nursery shop.
2 Litres when packed, Contents may settle over time.