{"product_id":"seed-starting-mix-peat-free-coco-peat-growing-medium-10l","title":"Seed Starting Mix • Peat-Free Coco Coir (Coco Peat) Growing Medium • 10L — Coming Soon","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f0f7ee;border-left:4px solid #4a7c59;padding:12px 16px;margin-bottom:20px;border-radius:4px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0;font-size:15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🚧 Coming Soon\u003c\/strong\u003e — This product is not yet available to purchase. Sign up to our mailing list or \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003econtact us\u003c\/a\u003e to be notified when it launches.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSeed Starting Mix — Peat-Free Propagation Medium\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fine-sieved, buffered coco coir seed starting mix with added vermiculite. Ultra-low electrical conductivity (EC) and naturally low in pathogens — ideal for germination, seedlings, and cuttings where a gentle, consistent growing environment is critical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f8f9fa; border:1px solid #dee2e6; border-left:4px solid #2e86c1; border-radius:0 6px 6px 0; padding:12px 16px; margin-bottom:20px; font-size:0.92em; line-height:1.5;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color:#2e86c1;\"\u003eGood to know:\u003c\/strong\u003e Coco coir is also known in the trade as “coco peat” or “coir pith” — it is the fine, spongy material from coconut husks. Despite the name, it contains absolutely zero peat and is 100% peat-free.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Our Seed Starting Mix?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeeds and young seedlings are vulnerable to high salt levels, inconsistent moisture, and pathogens in the growing medium. Standard multi-purpose compost is often too rich and too coarse for reliable germination. Our Seed Starting Mix uses fine-sieved buffered coco coir with vermiculite to create a uniform, moisture-retentive medium with ultra-low EC — giving seeds the best possible start without the risk of nutrient burn or damping off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFine-sieved coco coir\u003c\/strong\u003e — creates a smooth, even surface for tiny seeds to make good contact with the medium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuffered and pre-washed\u003c\/strong\u003e — calcium and magnesium balanced with ultra-low EC, so delicate seedlings are not exposed to excess salts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdded vermiculite\u003c\/strong\u003e — retains moisture evenly across the tray, reducing the risk of dry spots that cause patchy germination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNaturally low in pathogens\u003c\/strong\u003e — coco coir is processed at high temperatures, reducing the risk of damping off and soil-borne disease.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeat-free and sustainable\u003c\/strong\u003e — made from renewable coconut husk fibre, supporting the UK peat ban.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStarting vegetable seeds — tomatoes, peppers, courgettes, lettuce, and brassicas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlower seeds — cosmos, zinnia, sweet pea, and marigold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHerb seeds — basil, coriander, parsley, and dill\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRooting softwood and semi-ripe cuttings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFill seed trays or modules with the Seed Starting Mix and firm gently. Sow seeds at the recommended depth and cover lightly. Water from below using a tray to avoid displacing small seeds. Keep in a warm, bright spot and maintain even moisture until germination. Transplant seedlings once they have developed two or more true leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePack Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVolume: 10 litres\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: approximately 2.5 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% peat-free formulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree UK delivery on all orders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eComing soon — register below to be notified when this product is available.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"klaviyo-form-UdU3KJ\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f4f8ec;border:2px solid #cff394;border-radius:10px;padding:20px 24px;margin:24px 0;text-align:center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color:#0b1d35;font-size:17px;font-weight:700;margin:0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eNot sure how much you need?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color:#555;font-size:14px;margin:0 0 12px 0;\"\u003eUse our free calculator to get the exact quantity for your garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/calculator\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#0b1d35;color:#cff394;font-weight:700;font-size:14px;padding:10px 24px;border-radius:6px;text-decoration:none;\"\u003eCoco Peat Calculator →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f8fafc; border:1px solid #cbd5e1; padding:18px 22px; margin:24px 0; border-radius:6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:0 0 10px; font-size:1.05rem; color:#1f2937;\"\u003eBuffering specification of the coco coir base\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eThis mix is built on our calcium-buffered, lab-tested coco coir base — the same buffered coir we sell as a 5 kg compressed brick.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 12px; padding-left:20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoir base pH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.5–6.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoir base EC:\u003c\/strong\u003e below 0.5 mS\/cm in fresh hydrated coir\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuffering:\u003c\/strong\u003e calcium-buffered at source\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoir source:\u003c\/strong\u003e direct import from Kerala, India\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBatch testing:\u003c\/strong\u003e EC and pH lab-tested on every batch of base coir\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0; font-size:0.92rem; color:#475569;\"\u003eRead \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/what-is-coco-peat#faqpage\"\u003ehow buffering works\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Blue Apple Garden","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53777811767606,"sku":"BA-SEED-10L","price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0964\/3288\/1974\/files\/product-10624910524726.jpg?v=1775711623","url":"https:\/\/blueapplegarden.co.uk\/products\/seed-starting-mix-peat-free-coco-peat-growing-medium-10l","provider":"Blue Apple Garden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}