# Hardys John Innes No. 2 Potting-On Compost, 25L

Hardys John Innes No. 2 Potting-On Compost is a 25-litre growing medium formulated for transplanting seedlings, cuttings and developing young plants. The listing describes a loose, free-draining mix with a six-week feed, but its weight is listed separately as 11 kilograms.

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- Market: UK
- Language: en-GB
- Currency: GBP
- Brand: Hardys
- Model: AFRA-HG-HOM-0294
- Category: Tools & Garden > Plants & Gardening
- Price: 11.04 GBP
- Previous price: 12.99 GBP
- Discount: 15%
- Price checked: 2026-11-12T18:05:25.287Z
- Rating: 4.4 / 5
- Reviews: 54

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## At a glance

- Formulated for potting on and transplanting seedlings, cuttings and young plants.
- The listing claims a feed lasting six weeks and 14 vital minerals.
- Described as lightweight and crumbly, with horticultural grit and a sterilised loam base.
- The maker says the mix is suitable for indoor and outdoor containers, beds and borders.

## Pros

- A potting-on formulation targets the transition from seedling or cutting to a larger container.
- The claimed loose, free-draining texture is intended to give roots room to grow while retaining moisture.
- The listing describes several possible uses, from houseplants and containers to garden beds and lawn top dressing.

## Specifications

### Identity
- Brand: Hardys
- Model: AFRA-HG-HOM-0294
- Compost type: Potting Compost
- Formulation: John Innes No.2
### Volume and weight
- Volume: 25 Litres
- Weight listed: 11 Kilograms
### Growing claims
- Feed duration: 6 week
- Minerals: 14 vital minerals

## Before you buy

- The listing states a 25-litre volume and separately lists a weight of 11 kilograms. The product is described as lightweight, but the weight and volume are different measures and do not establish a contradiction. The six-week feed and 14-mineral content are manufacturer claims, not independently verified here.

## A good fit for

- Gardeners potting on seedlings, cuttings or young plants.
- People looking for one compost listing described for indoor and outdoor pots and garden beds.

## Customer feedback

The available feedback is limited to aggregate ratings, which lean positive overall, with a smaller share of lower ratings. Those figures do not explain what customers liked or disliked, so they cannot confirm the claimed drainage, feed duration or results for particular plants.

## Frequently asked questions

### What is this compost formulated for?
The listing describes it as a John Innes No. 2 potting-on compost for transplanting seedlings, cuttings and developing young plants.
### How long does the feed last?
The manufacturer claims a feed lasting up to six weeks. This is a listing claim rather than an independently verified result.
### Can it be used indoors and outdoors?
The listing says it can be used for indoor plants and outdoor containers, beds and borders.

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## Add-ons

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## Images

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