At a glance
Raspberry & Blackberry Compost
Ready-to-use specialist compost · 10 litres
- Use
- raspberries and blackberries
Planting and care by species and cultivar.
- Contents
- 10 litres
- Application
- Ready to use
- Initial nutrition
- Pre-fertilised
For planting and repotting raspberries and blackberries.
Repot with ease
Discover home-grown berries on the cane: this ready-to-use compost provides additional root space when planting raspberries and blackberries. It is also intended for the listed Rubus hybrids, including tayberries, loganberries and boysenberries.
- Plan the berry position and supports
Allow for cultivar, mature cane length and spacing. Prepare any required support before positioning the roots.
- Fill around the sides
Fill gaps with compost and firm lightly. Stabilise the plant without heavily compressing the medium.
- Support establishment
After about 4 weeks, feed responsively during active growth. Check root moisture regularly and adapt continued care to species and cultivar.
After about 4 weeks, feed responsively during active growth.
View the complete repotting guideProduct information
ApplicationReady for potting
Discover home-grown berries on the cane: this ready-to-use compost provides additional root space when planting raspberries and blackberries. It is also intended for the listed Rubus hybrids, including tayberries, loganberries and boysenberries.
After about 4 weeks, feed responsively during active growth.
PropertiesProduct characteristics and guidance
High-moor peat (H3–H8), plant materials from forestry, gardening and landscaping, and agriculture, calcium carbonate and calcium ammonium nitrate.
Declared growing-medium valuesThis product’s declaration
Contains boron, copper and zinc in horticulturally relevant amounts. Nutrient values apply when placed on the market, may vary naturally and may require checking before use after storage.
- Organic matter: 35% fresh mass.
- pH (CaCl₂): 5.8.
- Salt content (KCl): 1.5 g/l.
- Nitrogen: 200 mg/l (CaCl₂).
- Phosphate (P₂O₅): 80 mg/l (CAL).
- Potassium oxide (K₂O): 250 mg/l (CAL).
- Magnesium (Mg): 90 mg/l (CaCl₂).
- Sulphur (S): 120 mg/l (CaCl₂).
Root space & plant care
Raspberry & Blackberry Compost in everyday use
Which plant is it for?
Design with suitable plants
Provide support and pruning suited to the cultivar. Summer- and autumn-fruiting raspberries have different pruning regimes; distinguish fruiting and new blackberry canes. Water responsively and consistently, especially during establishment and fruit development.
Details & background
Discover home-grown berries on the cane: this ready-to-use compost provides additional root space when planting raspberries and blackberries. It is also intended for the listed Rubus hybrids, including tayberries, loganberries and boysenberries.
Composition & nutrition
For new root space
Ready-to-use compost for raspberries and blackberries. The space around the root ball determines the amount required.
Details & background
See the product information for the full composition and nutrient declaration. Account for the existing nutrient supply before adding further fertiliser.
Repotting in eight steps
Prepare the mix
This texture image belongs to the product. Loosen before filling and firm only lightly around the root ball.
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Plan the berry position and supports
Allow for cultivar, mature cane length and spacing. Prepare any required support before positioning the roots.
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Prepare the planting space
Loosen garden soil; choose containers with clear drainage holes. Allow suitable additional root space around the ball.
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Release the root ball gently
Unpot while preserving healthy fine roots. Gently loosen a dense outer root mat without unnecessarily breaking up the ball.
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Loosen the compost
Loosen the ready-to-use medium and add a base layer. Account for existing nutrients rather than automatically adding starter fertiliser.
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Retain the planting level
Position the root-ball surface at its previous level. Do not bury the root collar or crown deeply; leave watering space in containers.
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Fill around the sides
Fill gaps with compost and firm lightly. Stabilise the plant without heavily compressing the medium.
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Water in slowly
Water slowly to settle the compost against the root ball. Allow excess water to drain completely from containers.
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Support establishment
After about 4 weeks, feed responsively during active growth. Check root moisture regularly and adapt continued care to species and cultivar.
Ongoing plant care
Provide support and pruning suited to the cultivar. Summer- and autumn-fruiting raspberries have different pruning regimes; distinguish fruiting and new blackberry canes. Water responsively and consistently, especially during establishment and fruit development.
Frequently asked questions
Is this peat-free?
No. The mix contains high-moor peat and the other ingredients listed in the product information.
When should I feed?
After about 4 weeks, feed responsively during active growth.
How much compost do I need?
The space between the existing root ball and the new planting space is decisive. The bag contains 10 litres; the root ball already occupies part of the volume.
What matters in continued care?
Provide support and pruning suited to the cultivar. Summer- and autumn-fruiting raspberries have different pruning regimes; distinguish fruiting and new blackberry canes. Water responsively and consistently, especially during establishment and fruit development.
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
Store under cover
Store sheltered from the weather and in the dark. Protect from drying out, excessive wetness and direct sunlight. Seal opened bags tightly and use promptly.