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John Innes Compost, ingredients. Sterilised Loam 7 parts, Peat 3 parts and, (John Innes Nos. 1, 2 and 3) Sharp sand 2 parts Sterilised Loam 2 parts Peat 1 part and, (John Innes Seed...
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