Durstons Traditional

High performance compost range made using our tried and tested traditional mix.
Responsible Sourcing Scheme
The Garden Industry Manufacturer's Association
The Horticultural Trades Association
The Garden Centre Association
The Growing Media Association
Greenfingers Charity

From our farm in Somerset, we make growing media (compost). That’s it. Being focused on doing one thing well means we can bring our passion and knowledge to every bag we make.

Included in most Traditional products

  • Gro Boost
  • Wetting Agent
  • 14 Essential Nutrients

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Growing Media

Multi-Purpose Compost + John Innes

A blend of high-quality ingredients with added loam that is ideal for all gardening uses.…

Growing Media

Rose, Tree & Shrub Compost

Ideal for all gardening uses or potting & planting out. A carefully blended mix of…

Growing Media

Seed & Cutting Compost

A fine compost containing sufficient nutrients to enable seed germination and growth until ready to…

Landscaping

Enriched Top Soil

Quality blend containing loam and extra organic matter. Ideal for a variety of garden uses,…

Growing Media

Tub & Basket Compost

Ideal for all container planting. Traditional formulation with all essential nutrients plus a controlled release…

Landscaping

Decorative Spruce Bark

Ideal for garden decoration, this attractive and tidy mulch is made from sustainable forest sources.…

Landscaping

Soil Conditioner

Versatile, natural and organic soil conditioner, ideal for soil improvement, planting and mulching. Great for…

Growing Media

Ericaceous Compost

Ericaceous Compost is specially formulated for acid-loving plants. It has a balanced nutrient profile to…

Growing Media

Grow Bag

With a high nutrient content, ideal for growing a wide range of fruit, herbs and…

Growing Media

Vegetable Planter

Deep filled with a high nutrient content, ideal for growing a wide range of fruit,…

Landscaping

Farmyard Manure

A blend of organic materials ideal for use as a soil conditioner to improve the…

Growing Media

Multi-Purpose Compost

Premium-quality product, ideal for all gardening uses. Contains essential plant nutrients and a wetting agent…

Our Traditional range is the culmination of 50 years of learning and a commitment to improving and refining our mixes.

Chris Durston, Managing Director

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