Is this product fully organic?

Yes. Apart from the vemiculite for drainage which is inert anyway. Great stuff with several good elements to it. My bulbs have thrived now for two winters and now showing for the third winter, and that's not happened before. Still highly recommend.

Is it of value to hyacinths grown in bulb fibre indoors for a Christmas display please?

It's certainly good for bulbs grown in pots and containers, it has fungi which encourages growth. I don't know if this would have an effect in 'bulb fibre' media but I would give it a go personally as I've had good experience with outdoor pots. Maybe check Sarah Raven's website for a video of her potting indoor hyacinths - she certainly recommends using it in her videos of planting outdoor displays so she will likely have experience with indoor use too.

can I use this product on edible bulbs like garlic?

There's nothing in it that will be bad for you to use on them, but it may be a bit of a waste as I imagine you will harvest the garlic bulb at the end of the season. This is much more worth it for plants you leave in the ground for years, helping them to grow healthily over a longer time. Plants take a while to develop the symbiotic relationship with these mycorrhizal fungi (hence the planting instructions) and so your garlic probably will not have time to benefit fully.

how much would I need

I would concur with the earlier response although it would depend upon the size of the bulb. Smaller bulbs or corms, such as Crocus, Triteleia etc. you would probably get 3-5 per 10g.

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Plantworks Ltd BS500DE Empathy RHS Endorsed 500g Bulb Starter with Rootgrow,White

Plantworks Ltd BS500DE Empathy RHS Endorsed 500g Bulb Starter with Rootgrow,White

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Application Method
Mix with soil
Brand
Empathy
Item form
Powder
Item weight
500 Grams
Number of Packs
1

🌱500g peat-free compost blend

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🦠Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi boost

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🌿 Grow with confidence, bloom with pride!

TRUSTED BY EXPERTS - Endorsed by the RHS, ensuring premium quality and proven results.
ECO FRIENDLY GROWTH - Peat-free compost formula supports sustainable gardening practices.
OPTIMIZED FOR BULBS - Specifically designed to nurture bulbous plants for vibrant blooms.
ROOT POWER UNLEASHED - Infused with Rootgrow fungi to supercharge root growth and plant vitality.
EASY SOIL INTEGRATION - Simple mix-with-soil application for hassle-free planting success.

The Plantworks Ltd BS500DE Empathy RHS Endorsed 500g Bulb Starter combines a peat-free compost base with Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi to enhance root development. This RHS-endorsed powder is designed for easy soil mixing and optimized to support healthy growth of bulbous plants, making it a top choice for sustainable and effective gardening.

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ASIN	B00EHGV322
Application Method	Mix with soil
Best Sellers Rank	11,945 in Garden ( See Top 100 in Garden ) 16 in Garden Fungicides 18 in Plant Root Stimulators 543 in Seeds
Brand Name	Empathy
Coverage	bulbous plants
Customer Reviews	4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (587)
EU Spare Part Availability Duration	1 Years
Included Components	EMPATHY BULB STARTER 500G
Item Form	Powder
Item Type Name	EMPATHY BULB STARTER 500G
Item Weight	500 Grams
Manufacturer	Plantworks Ltd
Mixing Ratio	1:0:0
Model Number	BS500DE
Number of Items	1
Number of Packs	1
Part Number	016212
Target Species	Flowers
Unit Count	1.0 count

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