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Westland Peat-Free Aquatic Planting & Potting Mix (20L)

    Description

    Ordinary compost does not belong in a pond.


    Westland Peat-Free Aquatic Planting & Potting Mix is specially formulated for aquatic planting, providing a firm, loam-based growing medium that anchors roots while helping maintain water clarity.

    Unlike garden compost, this heavier mix:
     • Contains grit to improve structure and prevent floating
     • Releases nutrients slowly within the basket
     • Reduces nutrient dispersal into open water
     • Helps minimise the conditions that encourage green water


    The balanced formulation supports strong root development while maintaining pond stability. Nutrients remain largely within the root zone, supporting steady growth without excessive leaching.


    Suitable for water lilies, marginals and deep-water plants, it creates the stable planting conditions aquatic species naturally prefer.


    For best results, use with Finofil Aquatic Baskets and Aquatic Plant Fertiliser Tablets for sustained seasonal feeding.

     

    Westland Peat-Free Aquatic Planting & Potting Mix (20L)

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      Specialist aquatic compost for stable planting and clearer pond water

      Stable planting. Balanced water. Healthier growth.

      £22

      • Delivery within 2-5 working days
      • Peat-free loam-based mix
      • Low nutrient leaching
      • Grit for stability
      • Safe for fish and wildlife

      Specialist aquatic compost for stable planting and clearer pond water

      Description

      Ordinary compost does not belong in a pond.


      Westland Peat-Free Aquatic Planting & Potting Mix is specially formulated for aquatic planting, providing a firm, loam-based growing medium that anchors roots while helping maintain water clarity.

      Unlike garden compost, this heavier mix:
       • Contains grit to improve structure and prevent floating
       • Releases nutrients slowly within the basket
       • Reduces nutrient dispersal into open water
       • Helps minimise the conditions that encourage green water


      The balanced formulation supports strong root development while maintaining pond stability. Nutrients remain largely within the root zone, supporting steady growth without excessive leaching.


      Suitable for water lilies, marginals and deep-water plants, it creates the stable planting conditions aquatic species naturally prefer.


      For best results, use with Finofil Aquatic Baskets and Aquatic Plant Fertiliser Tablets for sustained seasonal feeding.

       

      Product Details
      • Brand: Westland
      • Size: 20 litres
      • Type: Peat-free aquatic planting and potting mix
      • Formulation features:
      • Loam-based compost
      • Added grit for weight and stability
      • Designed to reduce nutrient leaching

      Suitable for water lilies, marginal plants and deep-water aquatics.

      Safe for fish and wildlife when used as directed.

      Growing Instructions

      When to use: Suitable for planting and repotting throughout the year.

      • Line your aquatic basket if required
      • Fill with aquatic compost, leaving space for the plant crown
      • Position the plant and firm gently around the roots
      • Pre-wet the compost before lowering into the pond
      • Top-dress with washed aquatic gravel to prevent disturbance
      • Lower slowly into the pond to minimise clouding.

      Insert fertiliser tablets in spring for sustained growth.

      Care Instructions
      • Do not substitute with garden soil or multi-purpose compost
      • Pre-wet compost before lowering into the pond
      • Add a gravel top layer to reduce disturbance by fish
      • A small amount of temporary haze may occur if soil is disturbed — this will settle naturally
      • Store unused compost sealed, dry and covered

      Used correctly, this mix supports strong plant growth while helping maintain balanced pond conditions.

      Growers Tips
      • Stable planting improves flowering performance and root strength
      • Repot water lilies every 1–2 years to maintain vigour
      • Always top-dress with gravel to keep soil in place
      • Although the mix contains nutrients, heavy-feeding plants such as water lilies benefit from additional root fertiliser in spring
      • Avoid over-handling once planted to prevent unnecessary disturbance.
      Wildlife Tips
      • A stable planting medium supports a stable pond
      • Reducing nutrient dispersal into open water helps limit conditions that encourage nuisance algae
      • Strong, well-rooted plants provide shelter for amphibians and emerging insects
      • Free from unsuitable garden fertilisers, this compost is safe for fish and wildlife when used correctly
      Ordering, Shipping, Tracking and Returns
      Ordering & delivery


      Some products are ready for immediate dispatch, while others are sold for a later delivery period so that they can reach you in good condition and at the right point in the growing season.

      The expected delivery period for the product or variant you choose will be shown below the Add to basket button and again in the basket and checkout.

      30 litre plants and some larger items are sent by specialist pallet delivery rather than standard parcel.

      If your order contains products with different delivery timings, it may be split into more than one shipment. Plants or products that are ready for immediate dispatch will normally be sent first, while later-season plants will be sent when they are ready. This helps us send live plants at the appropriate point in the season and in suitable condition to travel.

      For full details, please see our Shipping Policy.

      Delivery costs

      Add your delivery address and postcode during checkout to see the delivery options available for your order.

      Current standard charges for mainland UK include:

      • £5.95 Standard Delivery
      • £49.95 Specialist Pallet Delivery – used for 30 litre plants and certain other larger items and usually delivered within 4-15 working days. Where needed, we or the carrier will contact you to arrange a suitable delivery date.

      Highlands & Islands delivery options are shown at checkout. Current charges are:

      • Royal Mail from £5.95
      • Parcel Force from £24.95
      • Specialist Pallet Delivery from £99.95 to £174.95

      The correct charge for your order and postcode will always be shown before you place your order. For full details, please see our Shipping Policy.

      Tracking your order


      After placing your order, you should normally receive an order confirmation by email.

      We will also send a dispatch confirmation when your order leaves for delivery, together with tracking details where they are available.

      If your order is sent in more than one shipment, you may receive separate delivery updates.

      For full guidance, please see Track My Order.

      Returns & problems on arrival

      Because we sell live aquatic plants and molluscs, some parts of our policy work differently from standard retail.

      Live plants and molluscs are perishable and are not suitable for routine returns once they have been prepared for dispatch.

      If there is a genuine issue on arrival, please contact us within 24 hours using the form on our Contact page, with your order number, photographs, and a short explanation.

      We will always review genuine issues carefully and fairly. Depending on the circumstances, the appropriate remedy may include a replacement, refund, or partial refund where appropriate.

      Please do not send anything back unless we have agreed this with you in writing first.

      For full details, please see our Refunds & Returns Policy.

      Contact & business details

      Edenmere is a trading name of Solilium Ltd, a company registered in England and Wales.
      Company No. 16810551
      Registered office: 128 City Road, London EC1V 2NX, United Kingdom
      If you need help, please use the form on our Contact page.
      The customer services opening hours are Monday to Friday 09.00 – 17.00.
      If the matter is urgent, you may also call us on 01865 537277.

      For full details, please see our Terms of Service and other policy pages.

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