Scotts Osmocote® Plus Organics Premium Potting Mix
Size: 25L
Main product features
This premium potting mix with organic materials will help produces pectacular plants. Plus Organics Premium Potting Mix helps create ideal growing environments in pots or the garden that get plants off to a great start. It provides everything your plants need to go from strong young seedlings to lush, healthy plants, and it includes Scotts Osmocote® that feeds continuously for 5 months.
When to use
FEATURES
- Includes all the quality organic materials that plants and soils love - composted manure, blood & bone, seaweed, fish and molasses
- Promotes soil microbes with active beneficial micro-organisms in the growing environment to reduce the incidence of soil-borne diseases and assist in nutrient absorption by plants
- A balanced and sustainable growing environment produces healthier, stronger plants that are less susceptible to insect attacks and diseases
- Natural clay breaker Gypsum which improves soil texture without changing the pH (acidity or alkalinity) of the soil
- All organic materials in this mix come from renewable resources, including the composted bark that forms the basis of the potting mix
SUITABLE FOR
- Designed to suit all plants including most natives
- Safe to use on new plants - the controlled release of nutrients means it will not burn soft leaves or tender young roots
NOT SUITABLE FOR
- Don't use in hydroponic growing systems, ponds or pots submerged in water
- Do not use on lawns - use only specifically named lawn topdress soils on grassed areas
HOW TO USE
Container Plants
- Use Plus Organics Potting Mix straight from the bag. For best results do not mix with any other material. Close the bag tightly after use
- Before repotting, water original pots thoroughly and allow them to drain
- Choose a clean pot, bowl or basket with large drainage holes and partly fill it with potting mix
- Carefully knock the plant out of its existing pot and gently remove any damaged or dried out roots without breaking up the main root ball
- Place the plant in the new container, checking that it will be at the same level as it was in the old pot, and fill with the fresh mix to within 2cm of the rim of the pot
- Tap the pot gently to allow the mix to settle. Do not press or pack it down
- Water thoroughly and add a little more potting mix if settling occurs after watering
- Allow excess water to drain away freely
- Place the pot in a shady spot for 2-3 days to allow the herb to establish before moving pot back to an open position
Garden Beds
- Add a 10-15cm layer of Plus Organics Potting Mix to your garden bed
- Thoroughly mix it into the top 20-30cm of soil
WHEN TO USE
- Can be used any time of the year in pots, raised beds, planter boxes and the garden
SAFETY INFORMATION
CAUTION: This product may cause staining of hard surfaces if wet. Avoid contact with hard surfaces and if contact does occur, sweep off immediately.
When using soils and potting mixes, we recommend the use of garden gloves to protect your hands
SAFETY FIRST: Read the instructions on the product packaging before use and take particular note of any warnings or cautions on the label
See the Safety Data Sheet for this product
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Suitable as a potting mix for all plants in containers and raised beds or as a soil improver in garden beds
Contains gypsum, which turns clay into workable soil without altering the pH (acidity or alkalinity reading)
Health and Safety
Always read the pack label and product instructions carefully before use. For further information relating to product safety please review the product data safety sheet link below.
