Answering all your compost questions.
Suffolk-based Chris Field, Mister Compost himself, is here to give you advice on peat free composts, topsoil and mulches.
Tag: mulching
Earthworms: Why you should be glad to see them!
Earthworms are a common sight for those with a fishing rod or a garden. Indigenous to Europe, these invertebrates are herbivores that can live up to 6 years in the wild (National Geographic). Some may view them as pests, but seeing earthworms in your garden is a good thing – it can be an indicator […]
December Gardening: Tips and What to Plant
Happy December and Merry Christmas! We have been very lucky with the weather in Autumn: sunshine and little rainfall until just recently! I hope everyone has been able to make the most of it and get into the garden or outside for walks and let’s hope December brings sunshine too! I also hope everyone has […]
November Gardening: Tips and What to Plant
It’s the penultimate month of 2024 and a year since I have been writing this blog. I’m not sure if anyone reads our monthly tips but I hope they have brought garden inspiration to someone, or taught them something new. Christmas is approaching, and we are brainstorming ideas for our Christmas do; where should we […]
April Gardening: Tips and What to Plant
Happy April! And happy it is – its spring! We are a few days into the Easter holidays; here are just some ideas for what to do in your garden or outside this holiday: • If you want to get out of the house, visit a National Trust Garden, or have a nose around your […]
February Gardening: Tips and What to Plant
Its February: Spring is just around the corner –the days are getting longer, and the daffodils are nearly in bloom! I am feeling optimistic about February (probably because it is the shortest month), despite it still being damp, windy, and cold… Over the last few weeks, we have done lots of filming around the yard, […]
Winter mulching: benefits and tips
What is mulch? Mulching is the practice of spreading a thick layer of compost, bark, or manure matter across the surface of soil and around plants. Mulches can be applied around new plantings or to established beds and specimen plants. Field Compost has several mulching products, each made for different specific purposes. Click here to […]