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Boxwood Compost
Small green shapes need a well-managed root zone. This boxwood compost is ready to use for Buxus in pots and garden ground. Clay and an initial nutrient supply form part of the declared mixture.
- Use
- Borders & pots
Ready to use for potting and planting boxwood. Choose a suitable container or planting site and ensure free drainage.
- Bag contents
- 10 litres
Ready to use
- Base
- Peat-containing compost
The full declaration appears below.
- Further feeding
- After about 4–6 weeks
Account for existing nutrients.
The label and plant needs determine use.
Ilex crenata is not boxwood. For other woody plants, assess species-specific soil requirements separately; sharing a fertiliser recommendation does not mean choosing identical compost.
Easy application
Small green shapes need a well-managed root zone. This boxwood compost is ready to use for Buxus in pots and garden ground. Clay and an initial nutrient supply form part of the declared mixture.
- Prepare the root ball
Moisten as needed and assess the new root space.
- Keep planting depth
Position at the previous level and fill around it.
- Water and monitor
Allow water to drain and keep monitoring root-ball moisture.
The label says to begin supplementary feeding after four to six weeks. Account for need, plant condition and active growth; nutrients already in the compost count towards the total.
Read the complete planting guideProduct information
Application & repottingReady to use for potting and planting boxwood. Choose a suitable container or planting site and ensure free drainage.
Ready to use for potting and planting boxwood. Choose a suitable container or planting site and ensure free drainage.
The label says to begin supplementary feeding after four to six weeks. Account for need, plant condition and active growth; nutrients already in the compost count towards the total.
Ilex crenata is not boxwood. For other woody plants, assess species-specific soil requirements separately; sharing a fertiliser recommendation does not mean choosing identical compost.
PropertiesProduct characteristics and guidance
The original label lists raised-bog peat H3–H5, rock, clay (raw clay), sand of natural origin, calcium carbonate and mineral NPK fertiliser. This product contains peat.
Declared growing-medium valuesFigures from the original label.
Nutrient levels refer to the time of first placing on the market and may change in storage. Check before using stored compost.
- Organic matter: 15%.
- pH (CaCl₂): 5.8.
- Salt content (KCl): 1.8 g/l.
- Nitrogen (N): 210 mg/l (CaCl₂).
- Phosphate (P₂O₅): 300 mg/l (CAL).
- Potassium oxide (K₂O): 430 mg/l (CAL).
- Magnesium (Mg): 90 mg/l (CaCl₂).
- Sulphur (S): 90 mg/l (CaCl₂).
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Boxwood Fertiliser
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Boxwood Compost
Root space matched to the plant
A place for your plant
Boxwood grows as a natural shrub and can be trained into crisp shapes. Care starts with a healthy plant and suitable root space. Regularly look inside the crown to spot caterpillars or declining shoots early.
Details & background
Small green shapes need a well-managed root zone. This boxwood compost is ready to use for Buxus in pots and garden ground. Clay and an initial nutrient supply form part of the declared mixture.
Ilex crenata is not boxwood. For other woody plants, assess species-specific soil requirements separately; sharing a fertiliser recommendation does not mean choosing identical compost.
Roots need water and air
The declared mix in its bag
10 litres of ready-to-use growing medium. The original label lists ingredients, measured values and when to begin further feeding.
Details & background
The old root ball and new compost may dry at different rates. Check regularly and water thoughtfully. Ingredients and figures are collected in the product information.
Repotting: the complete process
Prepare the next planting step
Choose the container, root space and drainage carefully. The eight steps below show the complete repotting process.
The illustrated sequence shows repotting an established rooted plant. Assess garden planting sites and soil separately.
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Recognise the need to repot
Check whether roots fill the pot or old compost has lost structure. Repot to help the roots rather than simply following a fixed date.
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Choose a suitable container
A stable pot should hold the root ball with some fresh compost around it. Consider stability for tall standards.
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Keep drainage clear
Check drainage holes and remove blockages. A closed cachepot needs a removable inner pot with its own drainage. An extra coarse layer cannot replace drainage holes.
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Release the root ball gently
Moisten the root ball beforehand if needed. Support its weight, release the pot carefully and do not pull the plant out by its branches.
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Keep the previous depth
Add a little compost and set the root ball in place. Keep its top at the previous planting level and do not bury the root collar.
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Fill around the root ball
Add compost around the root ball in small amounts and firm lightly. Do not compact it hard; leave watering space below the rim.
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Water evenly
Water slowly to moisten the old root ball and fresh compost. Remove surplus water from the cachepot or saucer.
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Monitor establishment
The label says to begin supplementary feeding after four to six weeks. Account for need, plant condition and active growth; nutrients already in the compost count towards the total. During the following weeks, check moisture in the old root ball and fresh compost separately.
Follow through after planting
The label says to begin supplementary feeding after four to six weeks. Account for need, plant condition and active growth; nutrients already in the compost count towards the total.
Watch drainage and the condition of new shoots. Extra nutrients do not replace a suitable position.
Understand changes
Webbing, frass and caterpillars can indicate box tree moth. Assess leaf spots and dark stem streaks separately. Identify the cause before choosing treatment.
Questions about the compost
Is this ready to use?
Ready to use for potting and planting boxwood. Choose a suitable container or planting site and ensure free drainage.
When should feeding begin?
The label says to begin supplementary feeding after four to six weeks. Account for need, plant condition and active growth; nutrients already in the compost count towards the total.
Does it contain peat?
The original label lists raised-bog peat H3–H5, rock, clay (raw clay), sand of natural origin, calcium carbonate and mineral NPK fertiliser. This product contains peat.
How much compost do I need?
The bag contains 10 litres. When repotting, the old root ball occupies part of the new container; fresh compost fills the space around and beneath it.
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Safety and storage
Safety instructions
Wash your face and hands thoroughly. Use diluted fertiliser promptly and keep it out of water bodies and wastewater.
Product GPSR safety information
A safety PDF is not currently available for this product. Please refer to the product information below and the label.
Storage
Please follow the product-specific information on the label and in the full description.
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