Vitax SBK Brushwood Killer is a selective weedkiller for brambles, nettles, dock, woody weeds, hardwood saplings and tree stumps in grass and other neglected non-crop areas. It does not kill grass. Its active ingredient is Triclopyr, which is unusually effective on woody plants and is used for brush control in rights of way and defoliation of wooded areas. It is also effective against broadleaf weeds, particularly Creeping Charlie. Apply from May to October (June to August for woody weeds) when the soil is moist and weeds are actively growing. For tree stumps, the best time for treatment is Autumn or Winter, avoiding April, May and June when the sap is rising. Allow at least six weeks between application and replanting. Please note: This product is classed as an irritant, and care should be taken during use.

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Produced from wool and supplied in pellets, this is a natural, organic way to keep slugs and snails away from plants and is suitable for organic gardens. Simply lay the pellets on top of the compost in pots and planters, then water. The pellets will "self-felt" to form a continuous mat around the stems of plants. Minute fibres in the mat are an irritant to slugs and the mat absorbs moisture from the slug's foot. As an organic material, Slug Gone contains naturally occurring slow release nutrients and will help feed plants as well as improving moisture retention. Box Contains 1 x Slug Gone natural wool barrier pellets

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Natural, organic wool pellets for the deterrent of slugs and snailsSlug Gone is the natural, organic way to keep slugs and snails away from plants. Popular amongst environmentally-conscious and organic gardeners, Slug Gone is 100% natural and derived from British wool.Slug Gone is applied to the soil below the plant to create a irritating, absorbent mat that works as a natural slug repellent. It prevents slugs and snails from reaching the plant, whilst adding nutrients to the soil and locking in moisture.Slug Gone: Biodegradable, contains naturally occurring slow release nutrients to help feed plants Its minute fibres form a mat which is an irritant to slugs and absorbs moisture from the slug’s foot Improves water retention. Containing naturally occurring nutrients, Slug Gone consists of a biodegradable protein fibre which releases nitrogen, potassium, sulphur and other trace elements essential for plant growth.To deter slugs and other gastropods, simply lay the pellets around the stems of plants. For best results, add Slug Gone in a 10cm radius around the plant, then add water to cause the fibres to bond.The swollen wool pellets form a felt which makes it difficult for slugs to travel across. The wool pellet mat also contains abrasive particles which irritate the slug’s foot, physically deterring the slug and creating a 100% natural barrier.For best results, apply Slug Gone as a 10cm band around the plant and ensure there are no gaps.  To prevent slugs reaching the plants ensure no leaves or stems overhang the pot’s perimeter, stand next to containers which do not have Slug Gone protection, or place next to walls where slugs can drop onto the plant.Safe to use around children and pets, Slug Gone can also be used to protect against cabbage root fly. Naturally deters gastropods such as slugs and snails Creates a self-felting mulch Helps prevent w

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Natural, organic wool pellets for the deterrent of slugs and snailsSlug Gone is the natural, organic way to keep slugs and snails away from plants. Popular amongst environmentally-conscious and organic gardeners, Slug Gone is 100% natural and derived from British wool.Slug Gone is applied to the soil below the plant to create a irritating, absorbent mat that works as a natural slug repellent. It prevents slugs and snails from reaching the plant, whilst adding nutrients to the soil and locking in moisture.Slug Gone: Biodegradable, contains naturally occurring slow release nutrients to help feed plants Its minute fibres form a mat which is an irritant to slugs and absorbs moisture from the slug’s foot Improves water retention. Containing naturally occurring nutrients, Slug Gone consists of a biodegradable protein fibre which releases nitrogen, potassium, sulphur and other trace elements essential for plant growth.To deter slugs and other gastropods, simply lay the pellets around the stems of plants. For best results, add Slug Gone in a 10cm radius around the plant, then add water to cause the fibres to bond.The swollen wool pellets form a felt which makes it difficult for slugs to travel across. The wool pellet mat also contains abrasive particles which irritate the slug’s foot, physically deterring the slug and creating a 100% natural barrier.For best results, apply Slug Gone as a 10cm band around the plant and ensure there are no gaps.  To prevent slugs reaching the plants ensure no leaves or stems overhang the pot’s perimeter, stand next to containers which do not have Slug Gone protection, or place next to walls where slugs can drop onto the plant.Safe to use around children and pets, Slug Gone can also be used to protect against cabbage root fly. Naturally deters gastropods such as slugs and snails Creates a self-felting mulch Helps prevent w

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Vermiculite additive for compost 10L A natural mineral which has been heated to a high temperature, Vermiculite comprises of lightweight, highly absorbent flakes. By adding Vermiculite to growing media it will improve aeration and increase retention of moisture and nutrients. Vermiculite: Can be used on its own or mixed 50/50 with compost. Used for pricking out or potting on. Improves the overall weight of larger pots and containers by improving water retention. Vermiculite can help promote faster, healthier plant growth and also possesses #cation exchange# properties enabling it to hold and make available to growing plants ammonium, potassium, calcium and magnesium. Providing good air balance, Vermiculite helps maintain an even temperature and can be used for seed germinations, pricking out, potting-on and plants in containers or tubs. Vermiculite which is added to compost and other growing media, will ensure the applied nutrients are available to the plants root system.

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