Sowing & Growing

Sowing & Growing

There’s nothing quite like watching seeds sprout and grow into strong, beautiful plants. With Fothergill’s sowing and growing range, you’ll have everything you need to give your garden a great start.

Sowing seeds is one of the most rewarding parts of gardening, whether you’re growing flower seeds for colour or vegetable seeds for your dinner table. With the right compost, planters, and plant supports, your seedlings will thrive from the very first shoot. When it’s time to plant them out, our range of garden tools helps you keep your outdoor spaces looking their best.

Set your garden up for success, and explore our full range of sowing and growing essentials below.

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Peat Free Seed Compost 10ltrPeat Free Seed Compost 10ltr

Sale price£6.99
40ltr SylvaGrow Peat Free Multipurpose CompostSylvaGrow Peat Free Multipurpose Compost
Premium Potting Compost 60ltr

Sale price£16.95
Orgro Concentrated Manure Soil FertiliserOrgro Concentrated Manure Soil Fertiliser
Pro-Seeder

Sale price£15.95
Copper Plant Labels

Sale price£14.95
Wooden Plant Labels With Pencil
Wool Pots x 20Wool Pots x 20

Sale price£16.95
Plantable Pellets Self-Watering Mini Greenhouse (35 plants)Plantable Pellets Self-Watering Mini Greenhouse (35 plants)
3 for 2 on Propagation
Super 7 Non-Electric Windowsill Propagator
Plug Propagation Tray 84 Cells x 2Plug Propagation Tray 84 Cells x 2

Sale price£8.95
Peat Free Seed Compost - 3 x 10ltrPeat Free Seed Compost - 3 x 10ltr
COCO Grow Peat Free Seed and Cutting Compost 75ltr
Plantable Pellets Refill Pack 36 x 35mmPlantable Pellets Refill Pack 36 x 35mm
Square Fibre Pots 6cm x 80Square Fibre Pots 6cm x 80

Sale price£13.95
COCO Grow Peat Free Seed and Cutting Compost 15ltrCOCO Grow Peat Free Seed and Cutting Compost 15ltr
pH Soil Test (25 Tests)

Sale price£14.95
Plantable Pellets Greenhouse Kit (36 plants)
3 for 2 on Propagation
Coco Grow Pure Coir CompostCoco Grow Pure Coir Compost

Sale price£15.95
SylvaGrow Ericaceous Peat Free Compost 40ltrSylvaGrow Ericaceous Peat Free Compost 40ltr
Rootrainers - Deep (32 Cell)Rootrainers - Deep (32 Cell)

Sale price£15.95
Square Fibre PotsSquare Fibre Pots

Sale price£13.95
Perlite - Compost Improver 10ltr
Vermiculite

Sale price£13.95
Coco Grow Pure Coir Compost with added NutrientsCoco Grow Pure Coir Compost with added Nutrients
Plantable Pots 22 x 8cmPlantable Pots 22 x 8cm

Sale price£7.99
3 in 1 pH, Moisture and Light Meter
ROOT!T Thermostat and Large Heat Mat SetROOT!T Thermostat and Large Heat Mat Set
Rootgrow for Bare Rooted Plants 360g
Aluminium Plant Labels

Sale price£17.95
ROOT!T Large Heat Mat

Sale price£55.45
Super 7 Electric Windowsill Propagator
Coco Grow Pure Coir Seed Germination Dots
Large High Dome Unheated PropagatorLarge High Dome Unheated Propagator

Sale price£13.95
PLANT!T PerlitePLANT!T Perlite

Sale price£39.95
PLANT!T VermiculitePLANT!T Vermiculite

Sale price£48.95
Coir Multipurpose GrowbagsCoir Multipurpose Growbags

Sale price£31.95
Coir Pots 20 x 13cmCoir Pots 20 x 13cm

Sale price£17.95
ROOT!T Thermostat and Medium Heat Mat SetROOT!T Thermostat and Medium Heat Mat Set
Bustaseed Extra Durable Tip Out Propagation Kit - Duo PackBustaseed Extra Durable Tip Out Propagation Kit - Duo Pack
Potting On Propagation Tray & PotsPotting On Propagation Tray & Pots

Sale price£9.95
Peat Free Coco Grow Compost Boost with added Nutrients 6 x 9ltr
Seed and Cutting Propagation TraySeed and Cutting Propagation Tray

Sale price£11.95
Plantable Pots Greenhouse Kit (16 plants)
Plantable Pellets Greenhouse Kit (10 plants)
Potting on Propagation Tray Replacement PotsPotting on Propagation Tray Replacement Pots
Rootgrow Mycorrhizal Fungi 360g

Sale price£13.95

What Sowing & Growing Equipment Do I Need?

You'll need a few essential items to give your seeds the best possible start. Seed trays or small pots provide a controlled environment for germination, while good-quality compost gives young plants the nutrients they need to grow strong. If you’ll be sowing seeds indoors – either to start them off before transplanting or for a windowsill herb garden – a propagator or clear plastic cover helps maintain warmth and humidity. Plant labels keep track of different varieties, and once seedlings are ready to be planted out, garden tools like trowels and dibbers make transplanting easier. In short, what you need depends on what kind of garden you have.

How to Sow Seeds for Beginners

Start by choosing the right seed compost, which is lighter and contains less nutrients than regular compost. Fill your trays or pots with the compost and water it lightly before sowing to create a moist base. Sprinkle the seeds evenly, following the recommended depth on the packet – some, like Poppy seeds, may need light to germinate, while others should be covered. 

Place them in a warm, bright spot, keeping them moist but not waterlogged. Once your seedlings appear, provide them with good airflow and gradually expose them to cooler outdoor conditions before planting them out.

Buy Sowing & Growing Tools at Fothergill’s

Getting started with growing your own seeds is easy when you have the right tools. From seed trays and compost to propagators and planting tools, our sowing and growing range has everything you need to raise strong, healthy plants like a pro. With top-quality products and helpful growing advice, Fothergill’s makes gardening simple and rewarding. Order today and enjoy fast UK delivery.