Westland Tree & Shrub Specialist Planting Mix is a premium, peat free tree and shrub compost designed to deliver the ideal growing conditions for planting trees and shrubs in the garden. Whether you’re planting young trees, established shrubs, or hedging plants, this specialist tree compost helps roots establish quickly for stronger, healthier plants.
This advanced shrub compost is enriched with a zinc complex to support plant health, while Carbon Gold biochar improves long-term nutrient retention and availability in the soil. Biochar also helps strengthen plants’ natural resistance to pests and disease, making it ideal for long-term garden planting.
With up to six months of added feed, this tree and shrub planting mix provides sustained nutrition for steady growth and lush, glossy foliage. Suitable for use when planting trees and shrubs in the ground or potting plants into containers, it’s the ideal compost for ornamental trees, evergreen shrubs, hedges, and structural planting.
For best results, feed with Westland Buxus Feed & Protect, which provides the right balance of nutrients for healthy, green growth throughout the season.
- 6 month slow release feed
- Promotes rooting for fast establishment
- Reduces transplanting stress
- Added zinc complex helps build plant resilience
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Sizes available
- 46L
- How to Use
- Why Use?
- Tips & advice
How to Use
Rework the compost between your hands to allow it to regain its intended texture.
Potting
- Thoroughly water the plant, gently tap the pot to remove the plant, and shake off loose compost.
- Half fill the pot with new compost, place the plant in the pot, fill gaps with more compost, firm in and water.
Planting Out
- Dig a hole approx. twice the depth and diameter of the root ball.
- Place the plant in the hole with new compost, fill gaps with more compost, firm in and water.
Aftercare
If plants appear pale or leaves are yellow, supplementary feed should be applied.
When to use
Can be used throughout the year when planting trees or shrubs into beds or borders, or when potting on.
For Beautiful Foliage
For best results, feed with Westland Buxus Feed & Protect. The unique dual bottle feeding regime provides the right balance of essential nutrients for healthy green growth, while extra calcium helps build the plant’s natural defences against pest and disease attack.
Why Use?
BUILDS STRENGTH FROM THE ROOTS UP
Formulated to establish strong, resilient roots for lasting plant health and vitality.
PROTECTS & STRENGTHENS NATURALLY
Enriched with biochar for improved long-term nutrient retention and availability, while also helping to strengthen plants’ natural resistance to pests and disease.
FEEDS FOR VIBRANT, ABUNDANT FOLIAGE
Provides up to six months of feed for sustained growth and lush, glossy foliage.
ZINC COMPLEX TO BUILD STRENGTH FROM WITHIN
Zinc complex helps build and sustain plant immunity, enabling them to better withstand pest and disease attack, resulting in nourished, protected, and flourishing tree and shrub plants. Zinc complex is also important in the production of plant growth hormone auxin, which contributes to:
- Improving the transport of water and nutrients around the plant
- Promotes root and shoot growth for stronger, healthier plants
- Encourages photosynthesis for plant energy production
General Advice
- Unsuitable for ericaceous (lime-hating) plants
- Prune trees and shrubs regularly to remove old or dead wood
- Store in a dry, frost-free place away from weed killers and other garden chemicals
- Reseal the bag after use
- Use in a well-ventilated place and avoid breathing in dust
- Always wear gloves when gardening, and then wash your hands after use
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Will my pets or wildlife be attracted to this product?
A. Westland Tree & Shrub Planting Mix doesn’t contain organic elements, so it should not be attractive to animals.
Q. Can I use this compost for my houseplants?
A. Westland Tree & Shrub Planting Mix is not suitable for houseplants. We suggest that you choose a more specific compost for your requirements, for example, our Houseplant Potting Mix.
Q. Can I use this compost for Fruit & Vegetables?
A. We recommend using multi-purpose compost or compost more specific to growing fruit and vegetables, such as Westland Multi-Planter.
For any questions or advice, please contact our technical advice line on: 01480 443789 (Mon – Fri 10am – 4pm) or email customerservice@westlandhorticulture.com
