Field No. 16 Peat Free Tree & Shrub Soil Improver
What is it?
Field No.16 Peat Free Tree and Shrub Soil Improver is specifically designed to give trees, shrubs and perennials the perfect head start when planting out into areas where the existing soil/substrate is lacking in organic matter and the nutrients required for healthy plant growth.
What does it do?
This product is best used where the existing top soil is of a sub-optimal quality to sustain healthy plant growth. Field No.16 is particularly beneficial when planting needs to take place outside of the ideal planting season of October to April.
Benefits include:
- Field No.16 contains balanced levels of major nutrients and trace elements that will be slowly released to meet the tree or shrubs requirements.
- Field No.16 contains a stable blend of organic substrates that maintain critical physico-chemical properties such as pH and electrical conductivity so as to hold nutrients in the root zone whilst reducing leaching.
- Field No.16 introduces stable organic matter that will stimulate macro fauna such as worms that naturally encourages the expansion of the root zone beyond the planting pit.
- Field No.16 contains beneficial micro-organisms that will help to inhibit plant diseases.
- Field No. 16 will both encourage drainage whilst holding some moisture in the root zone reducing the requirement for irrigation during hot, dry summer weather conditions.
How do you use it?
- Simply dig the planting pit two to three times the size of the root ball/pot as normal and then blend the Field No. 16 at a ratio of 50:50 with the excavated soil.
- Remove the tree/shrub from its pot or unwrap the root ball and gently tease out the roots.
- Loosen the base of the pit with a fork and then fill the planting pit with the mixture so that the plant sits slightly proud of the surrounding soil. If planting large trees or shrubs it is advisable to attach a stake or root ball anchor system at this stage.
- Fill the area around the plant with the remaining mixture, firming it in as you go to eliminate air pockets.
- Water in according to the weather conditions.
- Once planted it is a good idea to apply a mulch such as the Field No. 8 Ornamental Bark Mulch around the plant to a depth of 75-100mm. This will help hold moisture in soil, suppress the growth of weeds and provide an aesthetically pleasing finish to the planted area.Product Specification Sheet
Product Specification Sheet
For more information on how to use this product effectively download our specification sheet.
Anonymous –
This compost has turned out to being an excellent base for re-potting bonsai trees as well as general soil conditioner in the garden. It is full of humous and thereforre drains well. I have also used it for the propagation of cuttings.
Anonymous –
Great products!. Have ordered several times and always received a great service and good products.
Anonymous –
Thank you for the swift and timely delivery of my range of composts and tree mulch. Very helpful delivery deiver. All lovely stuff; the trees and shrubs are thriving well even with the rain shortage.
Anonymous –
Excellent quality peat-free compost and delivery. The peat-free compost has a medium-fine texture and breakdowns nicely too. I rate it better that of those like Horizon, Miracle-Glo etc. And comes with delivery to the door too.
Anonymous –
Excellent customer service. Everything from ordering to delivery was perfect. Looking forward to seeing the roses planted in this next year.
Anonymous –
Good product, good website, good office service and good delivery. Thanks
Anonymous –
Excellant product & customer service. When we received our compost is was clear to see that this was a high grade product. The customer service throughout from purchase to delivery was excellant. Our compost was delivered as early as possible as requested and the driver was more than helpful dropping the bag as close to the work area as possible. Great job all round. Thank you.
Anonymous –
Excellant customer service. When we received our compost is was clear to see that this was a high grade product. The customer service throughout from purchase to delivery was excellant. Our compost was delivered as early as possible as requested and the driver was more than helpful dropping the bag as close to the work area as possible. Great job all round. Thank you.
Anonymous –
Fantastic product and service. We ordered a large amount of this to plant a number of large trees. The product was of very high quality, the best we’ve found. The service we received was also fantastic – the team went above and beyond to get our order organised quickly and very efficiently. Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend.