uk composts soils ect

[fogger]

Hi all,

I'm a complete newbie but have done some reading up. My book says use a soil of PH 7.

My problem is that every compost,potting soil and germination mix that i've bought is slightly acid around 5.5-6.0

Is there a uk brand that i should be using or should i mix my own?

cheers in advance

fogger

fogger Reviewed by fogger on 04-02-2007. uk composts soils ect Hi all, I'm a complete newbie but have done some reading up. My book says use a soil of PH 7. My problem is that every compost,potting soil and germination mix that i've bought is slightly acid around 5.5-6.0 Is there a uk brand that i should be using or should i mix my own? cheers in advance Rating: 5

[Pro-grower]

get any compost soil for a noobie as yourself get the miricle grow compost and you should be fine

[ZeldaG.]

no!!

dont gte miracle grow...


okay i aint sure, but i am prtty sure miracle grow is like total rubbish...

Now i am guessing you have the electric little thing that tests the ph, (it dont matter if you dont, whatever you are chekcing with take that)


go to B&Q, Wickes or homebase (or other garden shop like wilkinsons )

and just rip a bit of the soil package and test to see which one suits you...


actually even better idea is to wait for more sensible answers lol or go to a a hydro shop where they can advise you quite well...


(if there arnt any locally i am sure you can google, or if you live in london go to Camden Town, Northen Line, North bit of zone 2)

but if you cant wait then go with what i said first