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Brand	Westland
Style	Vermiculite Soil
Item volume	10 Litres
Global Trade Identification Number	05023377859618

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Naturally occurring material
Lightweight
Helps retain moisture
Helps retain nutrients
Provides insulation for healthy seed germination

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Technical Details

Product Dimensions

‎34 x 27 x 10 cm; 1.15 kg

Part number

‎20200017

Item volume

‎10 Litres

Manufacturer

‎Westlands Horticulture Ltd

Item model number

‎20200017

ASIN

‎B00B5EQCV6

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Date First Available

17 Jan. 2013

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4.7 3,849 ratings

4.7 out of 5 stars

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Gro-Sure Vermiculite

Gro-Sure Vermiculite is a naturally occurring mineral which has been heated to high temperatures to produce lightweight, absorbent flakes, perfect for a range of gardening tasks. It encourages strong, healthy seedling growth and establishment. The fine grade flakes can be used on their own or added to Gro-Sure Seed & Cutting Compost to:

Help compost hold onto vital plant nutrients
Increase compost water retaining capacity
Insulate seeds against damaging temperatures and humidity changes (when used as a seed covering)

Vermiculite is a naturally forming mineral that is extracted from mines. The natural laminar structure allows the material to expand up to 30 times its own size during heating. Its natural shape once heated gives excellent insulation, drainage and aeration properties

How to Use

Seed sowing

When sowing seeds always following the directions on the seed packet.

Seeds of all sizes can be raised in just Gro-Sure Vermiculite.

Alternatively seeds can be raised in a 50:50 mix of Gro-Sure Seed & Cutting Compost and Gro-Sure Vermiculite. This is particularly beneficial for very small seeds. Sow seeds thinly and evenly, making sure they are not too deep in the compost. Cover seed trays with a thin layer of Gro-Sure Vermiculite and gently moisten. Avoid over-firming.

Pricking out

When seedlings are large enough to handle, remove from seed trays with a dibber or pencil.

Plant into Gro-Sure Seed & Cutting Compost or a mixture of this compost with 25% to 30% of Gro-Sure Vermiculite. Space seedlings well apart to allow for strong growth. Water regularly to avoid compost from drying out until seedlings are ready to be potted on.

Potting on

Use a mix of Gro-Sure All Purpose Compost with 25% to 30% Gro-Sure Vermiculite. This creates a light and very open structure enabling compost to absorb and retain moisture for easier re-wetting.

Before transplanting plants from pots to containers it is recommended to water the plant well and allow to drain. Remove plants from their pots and place into the container, firming compost around the plant roots. Once the container is fully planted, water well and feed as appropriate.

Naturally occuring lightweight material
Helps retain moisture & nutrients
Provides insulation for healthy seed germination

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Customers find this soil to be a good value for money. It helps plants sprout quickly, and it's easy to mix with compost and normal soil. The product absorbs water well, making it impossible to overwater plants. They also appreciate its ease of use, lightweight, and compact size.

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101 customers mention ‘Quality’101 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the soil. They mention it's a good product, easy to use, and lightweight. It works well for seedlings and is a good size that will last for a couple of seasons.

"Excellent value for money and a quality product. Thank you" Read more

"...Extremely light-weight, of completely natural origin and safe to handle and use, it is inexpensive and worthwhile for any gardener to have available." Read more

"Use this to help plants grow. Great product. Can be hard to find in garden centres. So easy to buy on ��غ��. Good price." Read more

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50 customers mention ‘Value for money’47 positive3 negative

Customers are satisfied with the soil's value for money. They mention it's delivered straight to the door and they're happy with it.

"Excellent value for money and a quality product. Thank you" Read more

"...of completely natural origin and safe to handle and use, it is inexpensive and worthwhile for any gardener to have available." Read more

"...Can be hard to find in garden centres. So easy to buy on ��غ��. Good price." Read more

"This product is very lightweight. Very good value for money as you get a lot. Very good moisture retention. I'm very compact...." Read more

33 customers mention ‘Germination’33 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the product's germination and usefulness for seed growing. They find it suitable for spreading over delicate seeds and young plants. It provides good drainage and helps seeds perform better.

"...It can be used alone for the germination of seeds and with some cuttings; it will absorb moisture and nutrients and release them slowly over time...." Read more

"Use this to help plants grow. Great product. Can be hard to find in garden centres. So easy to buy on ��غ��. Good price." Read more

"Good product for young plants and for drainage. Expensive but better for root development" Read more

"This vermiculite is great for growing thing in...." Read more

26 customers mention ‘Mixability’26 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the soil's mixing ability. They find it easy to mix with compost and normal soil, adding drainage and improving aeration. It is also useful for potting mixes and planters.

"...Add a well-rotted compost as well and it becomes a soil improver especially where the soil is mostly clay, although I have only tried it with small..." Read more

"...Very good moisture retention. I'm very compact. Easy to mix with soils can even be used as a stand-alone media...." Read more

"...Have used in the past with success so it does it's job. Easy to use and mix in." Read more

"Good for potting mix" Read more

15 customers mention ‘Ease of use’15 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the soil's ease of use. They say it's easy to use for indoor vegetables and in the garden, mixed with existing soil to improve aeration.

"...It can also be used in the garden, mixed with existing soil to improve aeration and drainage...." Read more

"...Have used in the past with success so it does it's job. Easy to use and mix in." Read more

"Good price light weight easy to use and mixers brilliantly" Read more

"Easy to use good value for money" Read more

15 customers mention ‘Moisture retention’15 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the moisture retention of the product. It absorbs water well, allowing for better moisture retention for small plants and seedlings. They find it impossible to over-water, drains well, and contains sufficient nutrients.

"...excellent growing medium that is almost impossible to over-water, drains well, and contains sufficient potential nutrients to grow on many plants...." Read more

"...Very good value for money as you get a lot. Very good moisture retention. I'm very compact...." Read more

"Helps to retain water when used with peat free compost." Read more

"Never use anything else for my plants. It helps to keep moisture in the compost and stops it from clogging into a lump where the plant cant breath...." Read more

14 customers mention ‘Lightweight’14 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the lightweight soil. It's easy to use and works well for seedlings. It helps retain water better and provides a lighter feel to compost.

"...Extremely light-weight, of completely natural origin and safe to handle and use, it is inexpensive and worthwhile for any gardener to have available." Read more

"This product is very lightweight. Very good value for money as you get a lot. Very good moisture retention. I'm very compact...." Read more

"Good price light weight easy to use and mixers brilliantly" Read more

"...Very lightweight bag that has a lot in it which should last quite a while. Would order again." Read more

10 customers mention ‘Size’10 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the size of the soil. They find it economical, a good 10L pack, and easy to store. The consistency of the granules is a good bonus, as well as the clean quality. Some use it for planting chili plants, building pizza ovens, and storing Dahlia tubers.

"Great price and an economical size." Read more

"Prompt delivery, well packaged. Cheaper than buying locally. Good sized bag, will last me the whole season to mix with my compost and fill my tubs" Read more

"Easy to use, light and easy to store, plants seem to thrive on it." Read more

"...This is a good size that will last for a couple of seasons and was the best value I could find." Read more

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Martin Fitzgerald
Good stuff
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 28 December 2024
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Excellent value for money and a quality product. Thank you

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Londoner
Fairly fine grade; very useful to the gardener
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 23 August 2013
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There are several grades of this material that are generally available and this is fine enough to rate as medium-fine. The product previously purchased from a different source is considerably grittier than is this and classified by the seller as 'medium'. A useful product that has a variety of uses in the garden, in the greenhouse or even with indoor or patio plants. It can be used alone for the germination of seeds and with some cuttings; it will absorb moisture and nutrients and release them slowly over time. It is also sometimes used by those who rely upon hydroponics as a substrate for the roots to bed into.

Mixed with a well-rotted compost and coir (coconut fibre) in certain proportions, it becomes an excellent growing medium that is almost impossible to over-water, drains well, and contains sufficient potential nutrients to grow on many plants. I have had considerable success with cuttings of various different plants planted into this mixture, some quite woody but others have been semi-hard or soft. Rooting seems to be quite quick, 7-10 days in some instances, but always within 2-3 weeks and with fewer that had failed to take than with a traditional peat-based alternative. I cannot claim 100% but it is around 80-90% successful, which is a significant improvement on about 30-40% with peat alone.

It can also be used in the garden, mixed with existing soil to improve aeration and drainage. Add a well-rotted compost as well and it becomes a soil improver especially where the soil is mostly clay, although I have only tried it with small patches. Some suggest that it can be spread around those plants that are most susceptible to snail or slug attacks to help protect them as an alternative to sharp sand or rough gravel.

Extremely light-weight, of completely natural origin and safe to handle and use, it is inexpensive and worthwhile for any gardener to have available.

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britney
Looks to work ok
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 20 March 2024
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Looks ok

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David W.
Improves seed germination
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 9 January 2025
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I have always used vermiculite with seed compost to aid root growth and drainage.
Can be used in and around the garden in many various ways.
Just Google its advantages.

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Kevin
Great for potting
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 4 September 2024
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Use this to help plants grow. Great product. Can be hard to find in garden centres. So easy to buy on ��غ��. Good price.

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cath
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Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 16 October 2024
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This product is very lightweight. Very good value for money as you get a lot. Very good moisture retention. I'm very compact. Easy to mix with soils can even be used as a stand-alone media. I would advise to wash product before use

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Queen Anne II
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Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 10 November 2024
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Great stuff.

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MrsM
Bought for my baskets
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 5 November 2024
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After a dismal summer for my wall baskets which I just couldn't keep hydrated this year, I purchased this ready to mix in when planting bulbs. Have used in the past with success so it does it's job. Easy to use and mix in.

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