Water Saving Gel

This specially formulated water-retaining gel that has the capacity to hold 400 times its own weight in water. This water is absorbed and released throughout the season, as the plant needs it. After each watering the crystals re-charge absorbing water. This ability to store water reduces water stress in plants and helps retain flowers and fruit in times of hot weather and during rapid plant growth. The contents are sufficient to treat 50 litres of compost.

Uses:
Ideal for all plants grown in baskets & containers. It can also be used for flowerbeds and vegetable plots.

Application Rate:
For best results use at recommended rates.

Sizes:
250g

Caution:
Store in a cool dry place away from weed killers and other garden chemicals. Store away from children and pets. May be harmful if swallowed. Reseal bag after use. Wear gloves when handling. Spent granules are biodegradable in soil and slowly disappear. Sweep up spillages, which may become slippery when wet. 
 
How can I stop my compost from drying out so quickly in hot weather?
 
Drying winds and the heat of the sun will quickly desiccate most compost used in the garden, but especially those in pots and containers. To make the water that you use work harder, incorporate Water Retaining Gel into the compost as you plant. Mix it into the compost thoroughly, especially towards the bottom of the container so that it is evenly distributed close to your plant roots. This gel will absorb 400 times its own weight in water and will hold this water in the compost for the plants to draw on when the compost dries out. Some of Westland composts, such as Tub & Basket and the Instant Planter already contain the Water Retaining Gel.
 
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