Compost for Balcony & Flowering Plants

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Flower boxes change the view from a window. This ready-to-use compost is intended for balcony and seasonal plants on balconies and patios, including pelargoniums, petunias, fuchsias and begonias.

Flower boxes change the view from a window. This ready-to-use compost is intended for balcony and seasonal plants on balconies and patios, including pelargoniums, petunias, fuchsias and begonias.

For potting and planting on balconies and patios. The illustrated steps show a rooted potted plant; allow spacing and drainage when planting several in a box.

Growing medium & roots

Drainage, pot size and attentive watering work together. New compost does not automatically heal damaged roots.

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Repotting: the complete process

Prepare the root space thoughtfully

The eight steps guide you through repotting. The photograph shows the growing medium or its original pack.

For potting and planting on balconies and patios. The illustrated steps show a rooted potted plant; allow spacing and drainage when planting several in a box.

1. 1

   Check whether repotting is needed

   

   Look for roots filling the container or a growing medium that has lost structure. Repot when needed, preferably as active growth begins.

2. 2

   Choose a suitable container

   

   Allow a little fresh compost beside the existing root ball. A small root ball in a very large pot often stays wet too long. Secure a hanging basket or flower box safely.

3. 3

   Provide free drainage

   

   Check drainage holes and clear blockages. A closed outer pot does not replace a growing pot with an outlet. A coarse extra layer is not required by these instructions.

4. 4

   Release the root ball gently

   

   Loosen the container and support the plant by its root ball. Do not pull on leaves or thin vines. Preserve healthy roots and remove only loose old compost.

5. 5

   Keep the original planting depth

   

   Add a little compost, place the root ball and keep its surface at the previous level. Do not bury the stem base or crown further. Leave a watering rim.

6. 6

   Fill around the root ball

   

   Add fresh compost in small portions and firm gently. Close large gaps without compacting the medium hard.

7. 7

   Water and allow drainage

   

   Moisten slowly and evenly, including the fresh compost beside the root ball. Remove excess water completely from the saucer or outer pot.

8. 8

   Follow establishment

   

   After 4–6 weeks, review nutrition as directed on the label and begin supplementary feeding if needed. Account for initial nutrients; do not add feed simply by the calendar. Initially check moisture in the old root ball and new compost separately.

The following weeks

After 4–6 weeks, review nutrition as directed on the label and begin supplementary feeding if needed. Account for initial nutrients; do not add feed simply by the calendar. Arum Fertiliser: A humus-rich base for suitable container-grown Arum species. Match drainage and moisture to the actual species without a blanket bog-growing recommendation; account for starter nutrients before further feeding.

After the last frosts, gradually acclimatise plants to sun and outdoor conditions. Water moderately but thoroughly and allow drainage. Remove spent flower heads regularly and bring plants indoors before the first frost.

Pelargoniums · Tender Geraniums Pelargonium Fertiliser

Tacca Bat Flower Fertiliser

Gunnera Fertiliser

A humus-rich base for container growing: choose a pot and mix that allow water to drain well. Account for starter nutrients before later feeding.

Papaya Fertiliser

For later feeding: Lucky Clover Fertiliser.

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