Melcourt SylvaGrow Multi-Purpose Compost 40L – 100% peat-free, sustainable compost for potting-on, seed sowing, cuttings, containers, and planting out.

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Melcourt SylvaGrow Multi-Purpose Compost 40L is a premium, 100% peat-free growing medium trusted by professional growers across the UK. This unique blend of fine bark, sustainably sourced woodfibre, and ethically-approved coir provides balanced nutrients for the first 4–6 weeks of growth. Perfect for potting-on, seed sowing, cuttings, containers, and planting out, it supports vigorous growth and healthy roots.

RHS-endorsed and audited by the Responsible Sourcing Scheme (Score B), SylvaGrow Multi-Purpose is ideal for gardeners seeking a sustainable, high-quality compost. Suitable for vegans, it delivers excellent results for vegetables, flowers, herbs, shrubs, and trees while remaining environmentally responsible.

Features & Benefits

100% Peat-Free: Eco-friendly alternative to traditional peat-based compost.

Balanced Nutrients: Supports healthy growth for the first 4–6 weeks.

Versatile Use: Ideal for seed sowing, potting-on, planting out, raised beds, containers, tubs, hanging baskets, and houseplants.

Professional Quality: Trusted by UK growers and RHS-endorsed.

Sustainable Ingredients: Fine bark and woodfibre from responsibly managed forests; ethically sourced coir.

Vegan-Friendly: Suitable for all ethical gardening practices.

Size

40 Litres (L) per bag

Application / How to Use

Potting-On & Containers: Ensure plants are well-watered. Fill pots or containers with SylvaGrow, insert plants, firm gently, and water thoroughly. Maintain moisture without over-wetting.

Seed Sowing: Sieve medium for fine texture, fill seed trays, sow seeds as instructed, cover lightly, and keep evenly moist.

Pricking Out: Transplant seedlings using fresh SylvaGrow, firm gently, and water thoroughly.

Cuttings: Prepare well-watered cuttings, insert into medium, maintain moisture, and protect from direct sunlight until rooted.

Raised Beds & Planting Out: Mix 1 part SylvaGrow with 3–4 parts soil for vegetables, strawberries, shrubs, trees, and bedding plants. Water thoroughly before planting.

Limitations: Not suitable for lime-hating ericaceous plants in containers; can be mixed 1:4 with acidic soil for planting out.

technical information

Type | Multi-purpose compost

Volume | 40L per bag

Peat Content | 0% (peat-free)

Ingredients | Fine bark, woodfibre, coir

Nutrient Profile | Balanced nutrients for first 4–6 weeks of growth

Certifications | RHS-endorsed; Responsible Sourcing Scheme Score B

Suitable For | Vegetables, herbs, flowers, shrubs, trees, and general garden use