Choosing to use peat-free compost is now widely regarded as the way forward for gardening. Generations of gardeners have used peat to raise seeds and grow plants because of the reliable way it holds and releases water and nutrients.
But peat extraction damages rare ecosystems and releases carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, which is one of the main causes of climate change. For gardeners intent on a sustainable and eco-friendly garden, we are searching for alternatives, while horticultural brands are investing time and money in creating peat-free products.
