As the growing season approaches, a coalition of expert organisations, including retailers, manufacturers, growing media manufacturers, growers, conservation charities, and trade bodies, have united to create clear guidance on how to grow successfully using peat-free compost. This initiative aims to help accelerate the UK’s transition away from peat.
The 20 organisations, brought together by environmental innovator Sizzle, include DEFRA, the Horticultural Trades Association, Garden Centre Association, British Growers Association, and the RHS. This collaboration comes in the wake of recent legislative delays and new research commissioned by Sizzle, which reveals that while 67% of gardeners care about sustainable composts, only 30% say they consistently buy peat-free. The new guidance seeks to close this gap and make it easier for gardeners to make sustainable choices.
Key Barriers to using peat-free compost
Lack of education and familiarity with how to use peat-free compost are key barriers. The research suggests over one in five gardeners (from novices to experts) are confused…
