- Garden health
- Ideal for growing strong, healthy, fruit, flowers and vegetables
This pack has been filled in accordance with the Growing Media Association Code of Practice for Quantity Measurement available from www.growingmedia.co.uk
Additional Pack Information
30 Litres (When Filled) - Volume may vary by up to 10%
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Product Marketing
The Westland Growbag is a versatile planting bag which can be used anywhere from the windowsill to the greenhouse for growing flowers, fruit or vegetables. It is filled with a specially formulated compost which is rich in potash producing abundant flowers and quality fruit and vegetables.
Additional Information
- Recycle with Carrier Bags at Larger Supermarkets - Film
- Pack Type: Bag
Preparation and Usage
The Westland Growbag is suitable for greenhouse, conservatory or patio use, inside or outside in a sheltered and sunny spot. Please remember to choose your Growbag position carefully as it is unwise to move crops once planted.
Ideal For:
- Tomatoes
- Courgetttes
- Cucumbers
- Fruit
- Herbs
- Aubergines
- Flowers
- Herbs
Planting Times
- Heated greenhouse mid March onwards
- Unheated greenhouse mid April onwards
- Outside (not frosty) mid May onwards
Training
- Position canes against each plant being careful not to damage the plant roots.
- Train main stem up the cane, securing with garden string.
- When growing tomato plants, remove all side shoots from between the leaf and the main stem.
- When growing tomato plants, help pollinate flowers by regularly shaking or spraying the flower truss.
Handy Gardening Tips:
- Rework compost between hands before use to reconstitute.
The nutrients in the Growbag will last for approx 4-5 weeks, sooner where plants are already growing vigorously. After this period it is recommended to feed regularly with Gro-Sure® All-Purpose Plant Food or Gro-Sure® Tomato Food.
Preparation:
- Before use, shake the Growbag until the compost has loosened to provide greater depth for planting.
- Cut along dotted line on top of the pack to form 3 plant openings.
- Add approximately 7 litres (1.5 gallons) of water.
- Check texture.
- Plant in central area of Growbag, firming compost well around the new plant.
Watering:
- Keep moist, never allow to dry out.
- If necessary cut drainage slits in the sides of the bag to allow excess water to escape. This will help keep the compost fresh.
- Water frequently in hot weather.
- When first truss has set start feeding your plants with Gro-Sure® All-Purpose Plant Food or Gro-Sure® Tomato Food.
- Follow feeding instructions carefully. Do not overfeed.
Storage
- Store in a frost free place away from weed killers and others garden chemicals.
Safety
HEALTH AND SAFETY ADVICE:
- Use in a well ventilated place and avoid breathing in dust.
- Always wear gloves when gardening and then wash hands after use.
Manufacturer’s Address
Westland Horticulture,
14 Granville Industrial Estate,
Granville Road,
Dungannon,
Co Tyrone,
BT70 1NJ.
