For an 18-inch by 12-inch by 6-inch planter, you will need about 12 pounds of cement, 2 gallons each of peat and perlite, and ...

So why do gardeners still buy peat-based products? "Some gardeners just buy the cheapest to fill up their pots and tubs for the summer - peat-free ones are usually more expensive because they have ...

Its chief horticulturist, Guy Barter, said: "Found objects can make great planters, for negligible cost ... and a suitable potting compost, free of peat, will support plants.

Peat is an organic layer of soil that forms from decomposed material, largely decomposed plants. This means it has plenty of ...

Topiary specimens look good in wooden half barrels or funky metal pots. Fill pots with fresh peat-free multi-purpose compost or if you're growing shrubs or long-term plants, use a soil-based John ...