Do you know peat wetlands are not only wonderful reservoirs of wildlife, but fragilely hold huge amounts of carbon from escaping into the atmosphere [one third of the world`s soil carbon]. Sow the seed – Once the pellets are fully expanded, place 2 seeds in every pellet. The planting depth can be controlled by pinching or compacting the pellet. Be sure to label the tray for identification of seedlings. Use a clear, plastic lid or plastic wrap to retain moisture.

Germination – Once the seeds have germinated and the cotyledons have opened, it’s best to remove the plastic cover. Continue to water once daily to keep the pellets evenly moist. Our coco fibre discs are made from waste coconut husk fibers that are a by product of the coconut plant food industry. We know, because coir, these organic fertilizers and our own green garden compost are really all we use.

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O.K. it may need some help with greedy plants - but that`s where Nature helps again. Add some organic Neem, with some sustainably harvested seaweed fertilizer - ours comes from the cool, clear waters of the Shetland Isles - and you have a wonderful, natural growing medium. Provide light – Place the trays under grow lights or near a sunny window. Keep the pellets evenly moist while the seeds germinate. Adding a little water to the bottom of the tray once a day is usually sufficient. Nothing is wasted, replacement gives employment, and the palms growth helps reduce C02 - what a wonderful way of saving the peat ! Coir pellets for seed planting are fungus-free. Coir readily absorbs and holds water, yet doesn’t become supersaturated and soggy. The material remains loose for improved root formation and the netting surrounding the ground coconut hulls retains the shape of the pellet. How to Use a Coconut Pellet Seed Starting System Our coir comes from the beautiful, friendly but so troubled country of Sri Lanka. We so passionately believe that fair trade is the best possible aid, allowing countries to develop with dignity, naturally.

Here is our pure coir drying naturally in the sunshine. It really needs drying out after being washed for four months in fresh water ! Only about 5% of our lowland peat bogs remain untouched - and the government has introduced very tough regulations regarding further extraction in this country. Complete with our organic `no waste` Jute Bag, ideal for seed potatoes, onion sets, bulb store, oh,loads of uses!

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Maxi Coir Pots– 16 cm x 17cm depth – 1.5 lt. Perfect for potting on or for raising larger plants i.e. tomatoes and cucumbers. Expand the pellets – When using coir pellets for germination of seedlings, the dry flat disc must be soaked in water. Place the pellets in a waterproof tray. Make sure the small, imprinted hole is facing up. Pour warm water over the discs and wait for them to expand. Starting your own plants from seed is a great way to save money when gardening. Yet dragging bags of starting soil into the house is messy. Filling seed trays is time-consuming and the sterilization needed to prevent disease is a lot of work. If only there were an easier way… Coir Discs for Seed Planting BUILT FOR A SUSTAINABLE LIFESTYLE – No more harming the environment by digging up our vital peat bogs. Made from coconut husks, our environmental friendly coir fibre is a waste by-product from the food industry for a sustainable lifestyle. Perfect for Seedlings, Cuttings, Plug Plants and more. These eco-friendly coco coir peat-free compost discs are the ultimate in convenience for the gardener. Easy to use, super lightweight and plastic free! Perfect for plants, seeds, cuttings and pots.