{"product_id":"meldon-seeds-autumn-and-winter-green-manure-mix-1kg","title":"Meldon Seeds – Autumn and Winter Green Manure Mix - 1kg","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"f86a764d-fef1-4c2b-af19-96db1e9a9c9a\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"51\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"51\"\u003eMeldon Seeds – Autumn \u0026amp; Winter Green Manure Mix \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"51\"\u003ePacket size - 1kg\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"53\" data-end=\"343\"\u003eBuild healthier soil the natural way with Meldon Seeds’ Autumn \u0026amp; Winter Green Manure Mix. Specially formulated to protect and improve your soil through the colder months, this mix is ideal for vegetable plots, allotments, raised beds, and larger garden areas left fallow after summer crops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"345\" data-end=\"658\"\u003eA carefully balanced blend of hardy green manure varieties, it establishes quickly to provide reliable ground cover, helping to suppress weeds and reduce soil erosion caused by winter rain and wind. Deep and fibrous root systems improve soil structure, preventing compaction while enhancing drainage and aeration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"660\" data-end=\"953\"\u003eAs the plants grow, they capture nutrients that might otherwise be lost over winter. When cut down and dug in or left as a surface mulch in spring, the foliage breaks down to add valuable organic matter, boosting soil fertility and encouraging beneficial soil life for the next growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"955\" data-end=\"972\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"955\" data-end=\"972\"\u003eKey benefits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"973\" data-end=\"1183\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"973\" data-end=\"1013\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"975\" data-end=\"1013\"\u003eProtects soil over autumn and winter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1014\" data-end=\"1060\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1016\" data-end=\"1060\"\u003eImproves soil structure and organic matter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1061\" data-end=\"1104\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1063\" data-end=\"1104\"\u003eHelps prevent nutrient loss and erosion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1105\" data-end=\"1135\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1107\" data-end=\"1135\"\u003eSuppresses weeds naturally\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1136\" data-end=\"1183\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1138\" data-end=\"1183\"\u003eIdeal for veg beds, allotments, and gardens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1185\" data-end=\"1353\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eSow from late summer to early autumn for best results, and give your soil a head start for a more productive spring with Meldon Seeds’ Autumn \u0026amp; Winter Green Manure Mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"120\" data-end=\"168\"\u003eHow to Use – Autumn \u0026amp; Winter Green Manure Mix\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"213\" data-end=\"229\"\u003eSowing rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"230\" data-end=\"247\"\u003e10–15g per m²\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"170\" data-end=\"337\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"170\" data-end=\"185\"\u003eWhen to sow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"185\" data-end=\"188\"\u003eSow from \u003cstrong data-start=\"197\" data-end=\"228\"\u003elate summer to early autumn\u003c\/strong\u003e (August to October), once beds are cleared of crops and while the soil is still warm enough for germination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"339\" data-end=\"462\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"339\" data-end=\"359\"\u003eSoil preparation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"359\" data-end=\"362\"\u003eRemove weeds and debris from the area. Lightly dig or rake the soil to create a fine, level seedbed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"464\" data-end=\"645\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"464\" data-end=\"474\"\u003eSowing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"474\" data-end=\"477\"\u003eBroadcast the seed evenly over the soil surface at the recommended rate. Lightly rake in to cover the seed, then gently firm the soil. Water well if conditions are dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"647\" data-end=\"861\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"647\" data-end=\"661\"\u003eGrowing on\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"661\" data-end=\"664\"\u003eThe green manure will establish quickly and provide ground cover throughout autumn and winter. It requires little attention once established and helps protect the soil from erosion and weed growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"863\" data-end=\"994\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"863\" data-end=\"878\"\u003eOver winter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"878\" data-end=\"881\"\u003eAllow the crop to grow through winter. It will capture nutrients, improve soil structure, and add organic matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"996\" data-end=\"1096\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"996\" data-end=\"1028\"\u003eCutting down \/ Incorporation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1028\" data-end=\"1031\"\u003eIn \u003cstrong data-start=\"1034\" data-end=\"1065\"\u003elate winter or early spring\u003c\/strong\u003e, before flowering or seed set:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1097\" data-end=\"1207\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1097\" data-end=\"1126\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1099\" data-end=\"1126\"\u003eCut or mow the plants down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1127\" data-end=\"1207\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1129\" data-end=\"1207\"\u003eEither dig the foliage into the topsoil or leave it on the surface as a mulch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1209\" data-end=\"1313\"\u003eIf digging in, allow \u003cstrong data-start=\"1230\" data-end=\"1243\"\u003e2–4 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e for the plant material to break down before sowing or planting crops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1315\" data-end=\"1433\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1315\" data-end=\"1328\"\u003eAfter use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1328\" data-end=\"1331\"\u003eThe soil will be enriched, better structured, and ready for planting spring vegetables or other crops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1185\" data-end=\"1353\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Meldon Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56432421044548,"sku":"MP172","price":14.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0926\/0692\/3076\/files\/Vibrantspringcovercropfield.png?v=1771954404","url":"https:\/\/www.sturmergardencentre.co.uk\/products\/meldon-seeds-autumn-and-winter-green-manure-mix-1kg","provider":"Sturmer Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}