Gem Horticulture is growing from strength to strength. We’ve made some exciting new changes to our product offering and overall service package that really does make Gem “stand out from the rest”.

Our product range
Our product offering continues to satisfy grower needs, either large or small. From our crop specific composts to peat dilutants and prescription mixes, our range offers the maximum choice for any grower to get the right medium for the crop.



A comprehensive range of formats means that you can order the right compost for you in the quantity you want, there’s no need to compromise.

SaturAid makes the Difference
All our peat based composts include SaturAid, a unique and proven wetting agent which gives growers total control over water management, whatever the weather. Customer testimonials confirm that SaturAid makes the difference, giving better growing results throughout the season.

Quality
We continue to recognise that quality is of paramount importance to the professional grower and we strive to exceed the standards set. Manufactured to the highest quality standards, you can be assured you’ll get a high quality consistent product time after time.

Unrivalled service
Our commitment to providing a fast, efficient ordering system either via our trained technical sales force or our telesales team means you get the product you want when you want it.

Brochure
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Gem Horticulture is part of the Joseph Metcalf Group was established in 1887 and is the UK's largest privately owned fertilizer and compost producer. A family owned business priding itself on providing a uncompromising level of service and product quality to all its customers. Company headquarters is in Oswaldtwistle, near Accrington, Lancashire.

We have the widest possible product offer enabling supply to three distinct markets: Professional Horticulture, Professional Amenity and Local Authority markets and Retail Gardening.

To serve these sectors professionally Gem have created 3 divisions, all easily identified under the Gem brand umbrella. Click on the navigation below to find out more.