Description
Growmore provides the three major plant nutrients in equal proportions, making it a superb general-purpose feed for use all around the garden. Its balance of nutrients ensures even stimulation of growth in all plant parts, meaning lots of fruit and flowers, abundant foliage and a strong root system.
- Ideal as a base & top dressing
- Rich in essential nutrients
- Builds soil fertility
- NPK 7-7-7
Why Use
An easy to use granular feed ideal for encouraging stronger, healthier plant growth and abundant flowering
- Balanced nutrients
- Use as a base or top dressing
- Boosts fruit and vegetable crops
- Feeds shrubs and borders
Expected Results
Plants will grow producing better roots, greener leaves and more fruits/flowers.
When to Use
Apply every 4-6 weeks throughout the growing season from February until the end of October. Use as a top dressing (sprinkled on the soil surface) or as a base dressing (worked into the soil with a spade or hoe). During dry weather water before and after application.
How to Use
1 handful of Growmore is about 35g (just over 1 ounce).
You can apply every 4-6 weeks to maintain the best plant quality and soil fertility.
Vegetables – Before planting
Apply 135g/sq.m as a base dressing to the soil and work in well.
Vegetables – Established plants
Apply 70g/sq.m as a top dressing and work in well.
Potatoes
Apply 210g/sq.m as a base dressing before planting.
Fruit, trees, shrubs & borders
Apply 135g/sq.m around the base of established plants. Gently fork into the soil surface without disturbing the roots. Alternatively sprinkle over the soil surface around the stem of the plant and water in well. When planting out, scatter 135g/sq.m into the bottom of a planting hole and mix well with soil and compost when refilling the hole.
Flowers
Apply 70g/sq.m to the soil surface and lightly fork in. Take care the granules do not touch the plant leaves or stem. Water in well after application.
General Advice
- Westland Growmore is not recommended for use on ericaceous/lime-hating/acid-loving plants
- To be used only where there is a recognised need. Do not exceed the appropriate application rate. Increasing the dosage may result in damage to your plants
- Store in a dry, frost free place away from children, pets and foodstuff
- Wash hands and exposed skin after use. Gloves are recommended when handling this product
- Children and pets can continue to use treated areas immediately after application
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Can my children & pets go into the treated area?
A. Yes, children and pets can go back into the area straight after application
Q. Will my pets or wildlife be attracted to this product?
A. Growmore is a mineral fertiliser and doesn’t contain any organic elements so shouldn’t be attractive to animals.
Q. What should I do if I put on too much of the product?
A. Remove any visible granules and heavily water the area to dissolve and wash through excess product.
Q. Can I use this on my lawn?
A. This can be used all around the garden including lawns, but it is always better to use a fertiliser that has been specifically designed for lawn use such as Aftercut Ultra Green Plus or Safelawn
