Gebr. Brill Substrate GmbH & Co. KG products

Tried and tested professional substrates containing at least 30% renewable resources. For years we have been developing new substrates containing renewable resources as part of our sustainable product strategy. Highlights from our product development department, which has been working with renewable resources the last 20 years, can be found in our  history. We presently offer substrates for many different types of crops that have been tested for years and offer a high percentage of renewable resources. This is how we cater to the increasing demand for renewable resources, caused by the limited availability of non-renewable resources.

Our potting substrates are adjusted to the cultivation demands of various plants regarding to structures, fertilization and pH values, according to pot size and type of cultivation. The tables below offer an overview of our potting substrates and contain links to the substrate data sheets. You may also wish to take a look at our recommendations at the bottom of the page.

Here you can find our container substrates for tree nurseries and soft fruits. By using high quality, well structured and certified resources, Brill substrates for container and soft fruit substrates reach high levels of air capacity, have great drainage characteristics and good structural stability. They are well suited for outdoor container cultivation and for the covered cultivation of strawberries.

Our assortment of BIO substrates was specially developed for biological cultivation and the used raw materails and additives conform to the EC regulation 834/ 2007.App. I. Our BIO substrates are also listed in the resource catalogs of FIBL Deutschland, FIBL Schweiz and BIO Austria.

With fertilizer depot - for the whole summer. The slow release fertilizer ensures a consistent supply of all necessary nutrients and trace elements all summer long. No need to refertilize in the first twelve weeks.

Allround substrate - wide range of use. The lightly fertilized substrate with all necessary nutrients and trace elements offers a wide range for different areas and plants. The fine grain structure is perfect for pots and smaller flower boxes. It can noticeably improve the garden bed and thus the planting results.

Sustainable - from high quality rapidly renewable resources!. Certified and renewable resources: wood fibers for good structural stability and air capacity, compost for storing nutrients and activating soil life and CocoSol® for water saving.

Pure nature - most suitable to cultivate healthy vegetables and (vitamin-containing) rich in vitamins herbs. Organic fertilizer: The substrate contains an organic fertilizer and so it is very congenial to let healthy vegetables and herbs grow. The organic fertilizer releases slowly, corresponding to the growth of the plants. After 3-4 weeks please fertilize adjusted to the needs of the plants.

Dark - typical, dark color without extra soot: Its dark color makes it perfect for covering and sprucing up gravesites. Because we do not use artificial soot additives, your hands are easier to clean. Fine grain - easy to spread: Its fine structure makes the substrate easier to spread - we recommend gently dropping the bag on the floor to loosen the substrate before use.

Perfect for repotting plants, for planting flower boxes and containers, for replanting moor beds or for filling planting holes. Adjusted low pH, ideal for acid loving plants. The substrate contains only small amounts of limestone and has a pH value of 4.5 (in CaCl2). This makes it perfect for acid loving plants such as rhododendron, azaleas and shrubs. These plants require soil low in lime for healthy growth.