I'm really glad we've moved away from destroying our delicate peat bogs for compost, but I've been struggling with peat-free compost in my pots and containers. It feels like there are some tips and tricks that could make things easier while adapting to this different type of compost. Does anyone have any suggestions or experiences to share that could help?
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I've been using peat-free compost for about five years, and honestly, it feels a bit more about mindset than anything. This past year has been quite dry, but I’ve found some brands really perform well. For example, my local garden center has an amazing peat-free option that I swear by—it's rich and loamy. It's worth going the extra distance for good compost!
I had some trouble with my tomatoes this year too! It's great to hear about your success with peat-free options, but I think I may need to work on my watering routine since peat made it easier to be a bit lazy with it. I also had small flies attacking my plants!