MedusA Posted April 21, 2008 Share Posted April 21, 2008 I posted on a thread the other day (sorry can't find which one) that I had bought Aubiose this time as my horsey supplier was out of Hemcore, which I usually used. Someone asked me to post a comparison, once I'd tried the Aubiose. I have to say that, on balance, I think I do prefer the Aubiose. It doesn't have the nice Citronella smell that Hemcore has, but it is so much easier to use and the finer pieces are easier to spread about (and, I assume, will be easier to rake up again). I also expect that it will compost down quicker too. Sorry Hemcore, it's Aubiose too for me from now on, even if that does contravene my Buy-British-when-possible policy! I have problems with my wrists and the Hemcore was proving difficult for me to deal with. Having said that, Hemcore was definitely loads better than using wood chips. Aubiose wins! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KimW Posted April 21, 2008 Share Posted April 21, 2008 I second that, Aubiose is better Shame it doesn't smell the same. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted April 21, 2008 Share Posted April 21, 2008 Aubiose is softer and finer. Hemcore is hard to get hold of at the mo as there was a fire in the factory apparently. I bought 2 bales of Aubiose of Fri without any difficulty, and there was plenty more available. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted April 21, 2008 Share Posted April 21, 2008 I'm exactly the same - I much prefer Aubiose Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rachel m Posted April 21, 2008 Share Posted April 21, 2008 just wondered if anyone can give me an idea of the comparative costs? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted April 21, 2008 Share Posted April 21, 2008 My supplier is roughly the same - it's a matter of pence between them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted April 21, 2008 Share Posted April 21, 2008 If aubiose is cheaper, I'll definitely be trying it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laura & CTB Posted April 21, 2008 Share Posted April 21, 2008 Aubiose and Hemcore are the same price where I shop. I also prefer the Aubiose though - not as painful when it gets down your fingernails Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...