Description
Clover multi-purpose compost is ideal for promoting healthy growth from seed to full bloom. It has a rich natural base of the finest Irish Moss Peat with a perfect balance of lime and plant foods.
Seeds
Clover multi-purpose has been specially blended to suit delicate flower and seed vegetable seeds, however it may be necessary to sieve and reduce to a finer grade particle size if filling smaller seed cells.
1. Fill the tray with Clover multi-purpose to just below the rim and tap gently until the surface is level.
2. Sow the seeds thinly and cover lightly with compost.
3. Water the tray carefully.
4. Cover the tray with glass and newspaper to create a warm moist atmosphere. Remove the glass and newspaper when the seeds have germinated.
Seedlings
Healthy growth and colour of developing plants is ensured by the use of Clover multi-purpose. transplant seedlings to pots when they are large enough to handle and remember to water regularly. Never lift seedlings by the stems as these are easily damaged. Lift them by the leaves.
Potting
1. Fill the new pot halfway with Clover multi-purpose and leave enough room for the plant and its existing compost. Place the plant in the centre.
2. Fill in around the plant with Clover multi-purpose and use finger tip to gently firm down.
3. Regular watering is recommended and a liquid feed should be added with each watering after four weeks. This will enhance colour and vigour.
Hanging Baskets
Clover multi-purpose is the ideal compost for hanging baskets, with its special blend of nutrients and wetting agent.
1. Fill the hanging basket halfway with Clover multi-purpose and leave enough room for the plant and its existing compost. Place the plant in the centre.
2. Fill in around the plant with Clover multi-purpose and use finger tips to gently firm down.
3. Regular watering is recommended and a liquid feed should be added with each watering after four weeks. This will enhance colour and vigour.
Cuttings
1. Fill a pot or seed tray to 1/2 inch below top rim with Clover multi-purpose and use a pencil or dibber to make holes for the cuttings.
2. Position the prepared cuttings and firm in gently.
3. To create a moist atmosphere, water and cover with a plastic bag.
4. Transplant into pots when roots appear.
