Mushroom Compost has become very popular with gardeners over the last few years, mainly due to the high concentration of organic matter it contains. However we are increasingly finding that its benefits, and the best way to use it are causing some confusion amongst people, so this post aims to help you understand exactly what mushroom compost is, and how you can use it to benefit your garden. The vast majority of mushroom compost sold in the UK is actually spent mushroom compost, which has already had mushrooms grown in it. Due to the decline of small scale mushroom farms it is harder to get hold of now than it was 40 years ago, when it was considered a waste...

As well rotted manure becomes a more popular choice for gardeners, due to the enviromental benfits and low cost, we are answering a lot of questions about the sources and useage of it. Therefore we though we would create a quick Q&A post to answer some of the more popular ones and help our customers make an informed choice. Where does your manure come from? All of our manure is supplied by our sister company, Sussex Paddock Services. They collect manure from approximately 50 stable yards across Sussex which is then placed in windrows at our yard to rot down Is it ready to use? Yes, all of our manure is stored in windrows which are turned every 3 months...

We are often asked for our advice on which soil to put into a raised bed, the best method of construction, whether or not to line them and a dozen other queries. Therefore we thought that a post covering the reasons why you might want to use them, and the best methods of doing so, might be helpful. The first recorded mention of raised bed gardening was amongst the tribes of Bolivia and Ecuador, in around 300bc. They used a method called “waru waru”, which involved raised fields, built alongside canals to provide irrigation. Similar techniques were then used by the Aztecs and Mayans, and have continued to be popular throughout history. Raised beds are now taken to mean a...

This post aims to give you a simple and easy to follow guide to preparing your garden for turfing, giving you the best chance of success and saving you time and money. Planning Before you rush out and order your turf it is important to know what you need to order, how much to order and any other products you may need to complete your project. Once it has been delivered turf will only have a very small (between 1-2 days) window before it starts to deteriorate, so planning is key. Below is a short checklist, make sure you have completed all the steps before you order. Remove any existing grass and vegetation Measure the area to establish how much...