The problem with peat -- and what could replace it?
Peat is a nonrenewable resource because it is being consumed much faster than it can be produced; a bog regrows at a rate of ...
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Coconut Coir vs. Peat Moss
From soil amendment to building materials, when comparing coconut coir vs. peat moss, one goes above and beyond in its ability to create a sustainable world. With a degree in Global Sustainability ...
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3 peat alternatives for growing flowers – experts share sustainable ways to create a blooming garden
It essentially involves building a raised bed garden from organic ... you need to ensure they have good drainage. Peat compost and peat moss both supply good drainage, but for a more sustainable ...
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The ethics of using peat
Many gardeners don't realise that multi-purpose compost, unless it's labelled 'peat free', contains between about 70 per cent and 100 per cent peat. But there are clear environmental reasons we ...