Gardening and mental health: benefits of social and therapeutic horticulture
October 10 is World Mental Health Day. At CoirProducts.co.uk, since our inception, we have focused on supporting and recognising initiatives on gardening and mental health. Thrive is an organisation that uses gardening to bring about positive changes in the lives of people living with disabilities or ill health or who are isolated, disadvantaged or vulnerable. […]
What to grow in your garden in Autumn
With nature preparing for the colder months ahead, Autumn is truly a season of transition. However, while temperatures may be dropping, there is still plenty to sow and grow, especially getting your hands on those plants and crops that do well in cooler temperatures. Here are a few of our top picks for Autumn growing! […]
Indoor gardening with sustainable coir pots
If you don’t have space outdoors for gardening, but still want to grow some of your favourite plants and crops, our sustainable coir pots are perfect for creating your very own indoor garden! Ethically sourced, and crafted with natural coir, our easy-to-use coir pots are perfect for the eco-conscious grower. Even though temperatures will be […]
Coir moss poles: how to use them and what are their benefits
Climbing plants add a touch of charm and spirit to any garden space. They are also a great way to make the most of your growing space whether indoors or outdoors! Climbing plants and vines need some sort of support to grow into their best plant self. Even popular crops like tomatoes and much-loved house […]
I’ve become a different, better version of myself
Our featured grower this week is Clare Louise (@4mcds_bloomingplot), who is part of the gardening and podcasting team @loosegardeners. Having begun gardening in 2020, when she started homeschooling her youngest, Clare Louise has come to enjoy gardening and grow a wide variety of plants and crops. For Clare Louise, taking into account changes around her […]
Building connections and community
With our commitment to promoting inspiring stories and recognising the value of community, CoirProducts.co.uk is excited to sponsor the podcast, Loose Gardeners, for this year. Loose Gardeners (@loosegardeners) is a gardening community and podcast run by Sarah (@sanderson_garden), Debs (@debs_homeandgarden), Leanne (@gardeningandclueless), and Clare Louise (@4mcds_bloomingplot). Having set up Loose Gardeners on Instagram in September […]
Gardening keeps me fit and my mind sharp
Our featured grower this week is Sarah (@sanderson_garden), who is part of the gardening and podcasting team @loosegardeners. Having always been interested in gardening, in particular, taking inspiration from her father, Sarah soon came to see the benefit of gardening for her own overall health and wellbeing. In this blog post, Sarah talks to us […]
CoirProducts’ commitments to climate progress
At CoirProducts.co.uk (of Salike Limited), sustainability lies at the core of our business philosophy. We strive to make a positive impact through the products we offer and the way we conduct our operations. With a purpose-driven approach, we are mindful of the decisions we make, consistently taking steps to minimise our environmental impact. As part […]
Fully biodegradable CoirCoins from CoirProducts
As a leading player in the UK market, we pride ourselves on delivering products that are not only unique but also environmentally-friendly and sustainable. Our CoirCoins, crafted from natural and organic coir, are a testament to our commitment to the eco-conscious grower. Making them unique, our CoirCoins come with a 100% biodegradable cover. Embracing the […]
Gardening for wellbeing during men’s mental health week
June 12-18, 2023 was Men’s Mental Health Week, and this year’s focus was on men’s health and the internet. In marking men’s mental health week, UK’s Men’s Health Forum, draws attention to internet addictions that specifically impact men, and has called on people, especially men and boys, to take a screen break. Often, men find […]