{"product_id":"alpine-grit-2-6mm","title":"Alpine Grit 2-6mm - Horticultural Grit for Alpines \u0026 Succulents","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFine 2-6mm horticultural grit for alpines, succulents, top-dressing, and free-draining potting mixes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOur Alpine Grit is a beautifully fine 2-6mm aggregate — small enough to work as a top-dressing on pots and alpine troughs, sharp enough to give sempervivums, saxifrages, and cottage pinks the drainage they need to thrive, and versatile enough to have a genuinely useful place in almost any gardener's shed. It's one of the most useful materials we sell — once you start using horticultural grit, you find dozens of jobs for it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Colour Variation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlpine grit is a natural blended aggregate, and colours vary with stock. Usually you'll find a mix of blacks, whites, pinks, and greys — a lively speckled finish that looks lovely as a pot top-dressing or trough mulch. Occasionally the blend runs to browns and greys, or to warm golds and buffs. If the exact colour matters to your project (a specific alpine trough finish, a display planting, matching existing decoration), get in touch before ordering and we'll tell you what's currently in stock. We're a small farm shop and we can always check for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTen Genuine Uses in the Garden\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlpine plants\u003c\/strong\u003e — sempervivums, sedums, saxifrages, alpine pinks (Dianthus), and gentians all need sharp drainage. A grit collar around the crown prevents winter rot; grit-heavy potting mix keeps roots healthy year-round\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSucculents and cacti\u003c\/strong\u003e — mixed roughly 1 part grit to 2 parts peat-free compost creates the free-draining medium succulents need to prevent overwatering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlpine troughs\u003c\/strong\u003e — traditional stone or hypertufa troughs planted with alpines aren't complete without a grit mulch. It looks right, protects the crowns, and reduces moss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRockery construction\u003c\/strong\u003e — use as drainage layer beneath rockery plants and as a decorative mulch on the surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePot top-dressing\u003c\/strong\u003e — a 1-2cm layer on any pot improves appearance dramatically, reduces splash-back on leaves, prevents moss and algae, and deters vine weevil adults from laying eggs in the compost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompost amendment for grit-loving plants\u003c\/strong\u003e — mixed with peat-free multipurpose compost, alpine grit transforms it into a suitable medium for Mediterranean herbs, lavender, alpines, and drought-tolerant perennials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeed sowing cover\u003c\/strong\u003e — a thin layer of alpine grit over small or slow-germinating seeds prevents surface algae, keeps seed in contact with compost, and looks tidy in a seed tray. Also useful for stratifying seeds that need winter cold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBulb planting collars\u003c\/strong\u003e — a handful of grit around each bulb aids drainage and helps deter slugs from tender emerging shoots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContainer drainage layer\u003c\/strong\u003e — a shallow layer at the base of decorative pots helps with drainage, particularly useful in pots that will be watered heavily\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecorative finishing\u003c\/strong\u003e — a natural, softer alternative to slate or coloured aggregates for finishing troughs, pot displays, and small ornamental features\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich Package Size Should You Choose?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell alpine grit in seven package sizes to suit every project — from a handful of decorative pot top-dressings to full landscape jobs. Rough guidance:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5 x 25kg Handy Bags (125kg total)\u003c\/strong\u003e — ideal for the enthusiastic pot gardener; enough for around 30-50 medium pots top-dressed at 1-2cm, or one alpine trough with drainage layer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e10 x 25kg Handy Bags (250kg total)\u003c\/strong\u003e — suits multiple alpine troughs, a small rockery, or a household that uses grit regularly across many pots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e20 x 25kg Handy Bags (500kg total)\u003c\/strong\u003e — a substantial rockery project, extensive alpine trough collection, or a small garden business\/nursery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e40 x 25kg Handy Bags (1000kg total)\u003c\/strong\u003e — large landscape projects, garden centres, or nurseries with a genuine ongoing need\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMidi Bulk Bag (~500kg)\u003c\/strong\u003e — delivered in a single crane-offloaded bag; suits significant landscape or garden projects where the delivery vehicle can access\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandard Bulk Bag (~750kg)\u003c\/strong\u003e — mid-scale professional projects; single delivery for large rockeries or extensive top-dressing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJumbo Bulk Bag (~1000kg) — BEST BUY\u003c\/strong\u003e — best value per kilogram; for full landscape projects, larger nurseries, or long-term multi-project use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHandy Bags are individual 25kg sacks — easier to handle, store, and move around, but a slightly higher per-kilogram cost than bulk bags. Bulk bags offer the best value but require space to store and often a delivery route the vehicle can access. If you're unsure which suits your project, get in touch.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor pot top-dressing:\u003c\/strong\u003e After planting, spread a 1-2cm layer of grit over the compost surface, right up to the pot rim. Firm gently. Water — the grit will settle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor compost amendment (grit-loving plants):\u003c\/strong\u003e Mix roughly 1 part grit with 2-3 parts peat-free compost for alpines and succulents, or 1 part grit with 4 parts compost for Mediterranean herbs and lavender. Blend thoroughly before potting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor alpine trough\/rockery drainage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add a 3-5cm drainage layer at the base of the trough before adding gritty compost. This prevents waterlogging in wet winters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor seed sowing cover:\u003c\/strong\u003e After sowing small seeds on the compost surface, cover with the thinnest layer of grit — just enough to hide the seeds. Water carefully to settle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor bulb collars:\u003c\/strong\u003e When planting bulbs, add a handful of grit around and slightly over the bulb before backfilling with soil. Improves drainage and deters slugs from tender emerging shoots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor rockery mulch:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spread a 2-3cm layer around alpine plants once established. Refresh occasionally as needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%; border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAlpine Grit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrade\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2-6mm horticultural grit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eNatural mix — typically blacks, whites, pinks, greys; occasionally browns and greys or golds and buffs (varies with stock)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eNatural stone aggregate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackage Options\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e7 sizes from 5 x 25kg Handy Bags to 1000kg Jumbo Bulk Bag\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAlpine plants, succulents, cacti, pot top-dressing, seed sowing, compost amendment, bulb collars, rockeries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication Rates\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eTop-dressing: 1-2cm layer · Compost mix: 1:2-3 grit to compost · Drainage layer: 3-5cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDelivery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eUK mainland — bulk bags may require crane offload; contact us for delivery details\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003eStore dry to prevent settling. Cover bulk bags to keep clean\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect for Alpine and Succulent Growers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're growing sempervivums (houseleeks), sedums, saxifrages, alpine pinks (Dianthus), gentians, or any of the hundreds of alpine species that need sharp drainage, alpine grit is genuinely essential. A grit-heavy potting mix (roughly 1 part grit to 2 parts peat-free compost) keeps roots healthy through wet British winters, and a grit collar around each plant prevents crown rot — the single most common killer of alpines in UK gardens. Our Alpine Grit at 2-6mm is the ideal grade for these uses: fine enough not to overwhelm delicate plants, sharp enough to deliver proper drainage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompanions from the Bishy Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/composts-soils-mulches\"\u003ePeat-Free Composts and Soils\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — mix with alpine grit for the ideal grit-loving plant medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/companion-planting-seeds\"\u003eCompanion Planting Seeds\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — many grit-tolerant cottage garden companions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cottage-garden-seeds\"\u003eCottage Garden Seeds\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — Dianthus (cottage pinks), Achillea, and many perennials that appreciate sharp drainage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/perennials\"\u003ePerennial Flower Seeds\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — many Mediterranean and drought-tolerant perennials thrive with grit amendment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/propagation-growing-essentials\"\u003ePropagation and Growing Essentials\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — seed trays, pots, and everything for grit-based propagation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/composts-soils-mulches\"\u003eComposts, Soils and Mulches\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — browse our full range of growing media\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/potting-shed\"\u003eThe Potting Shed collection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — all growing essentials in one place\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Our Bulk Materials\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlpine grit is one of a small range of bulk landscape materials we offer alongside our seed and dried flower ranges — the practical materials our own gardening team uses at Salle Moor Hall Farm and know work well. We keep the range small and considered rather than trying to stock everything. If you need advice on quantity, colour, delivery, or which grit or aggregate suits your project, get in touch — we're a small business and we'd rather help you get the right product than sell you the wrong one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Bishy Barnabee's Cottage Garden\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe're a small Norfolk seed and garden supplies business, run from Salle Moor Hall Farm near Reepham. Our main range is the seeds we grow and harvest ourselves, alongside dried flowers from our own fields and a small curated Potting Shed range of genuinely useful materials, tools, and supplies. Alpine grit is one of the things we keep stocked because we use it constantly ourselves — it's earned its place in our range through years of use in our own garden.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dandy's Topsoil \u0026 Landscape Supplies","offers":[{"title":"Jumbo Bulk Bag approx. 1000kg ⭐️ BEST BUY!","offer_id":64101535515001,"sku":"AGJUMBO","price":168.65,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Standard Bulk Bag approx. 750kg","offer_id":64101535547769,"sku":"AGSTD","price":145.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Midi Bulk Bag approx. 500kg","offer_id":64101535580537,"sku":"AGMIDI","price":124.91,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"40 x 25kg Handy Bags","offer_id":64101535613305,"sku":"DAG26MM40","price":237.25,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"20 x 25kg Handy Bags","offer_id":64101535646073,"sku":"DAG26MM20","price":174.25,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 x 25kg Handy Bags","offer_id":64101535678841,"sku":"DAG26MM10","price":130.06,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 x 25kg Handy Bags","offer_id":64101535711609,"sku":"DAG26MM5","price":106.91,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0576\/6004\/7547\/files\/hort-grit-alpine-grit_2.png?v=1785337851","url":"https:\/\/www.bishybarnabeescottagegarden.com\/products\/alpine-grit-2-6mm","provider":"Bishy Barnabees Cottage Garden Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}