Scotts Osmocote Pots, Planters & Indoors Fertiliser

A controlled release fertiliser for pots, planters and indoor plants. Apply it once and it feeds your plants for up to 6 months, releasing nutrients as temperature and growth change.

Slow Release Fertiliser for Pots  Key features

• Controlled release: nutrients are released according to temperature, more when it's warm and plants are growing, less when it's cold.
• Up to 6 months of feeding from a single application.
• Wetting agent included: a professional-grade wetting agent helps soil absorb water and helps plants take up nutrients.
• Made for containers: suits flowering and leafy pot plants, palms, orchids, ferns, hanging baskets and window boxes.
• 700 g tub

How It Works

Instead of feeding your plants little and often, this fertiliser releases nutrients gradually. The release follows the temperature, so plants get more when they're actively growing in warm weather and less when it's cold. The brand says the added wetting agent also promotes root development and reduces nutrient leaching.

Which Plants It Suits

The listing names flowering pot plants, leafy pot plants, palms, orchids, ferns, hanging baskets and window boxes. That covers most of what you'd grow on a balcony or inside an apartment.

When to Apply

The brand recommends applying it in very early spring and again in autumn. Follow the directions on the pack for how much to use.

Repotting an indoor plant? Our Debco Indoor Potting Mix is made for houseplants and already includes controlled release fertiliser, so check the pack before adding more.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• One application feeds for up to 6 months
• Suits a wide range of potted plants, from orchids to palms
• Rated 4.6 stars on Amazon Australia

Cons

• Listed for pots, planters, hanging baskets and window boxes only, not for garden beds or lawns
• Works best on a set schedule (early spring and autumn)

This one is made for pots and planters, but Osmocote makes other formulas too. See when to use each type of Osmocote in Australia to check you've picked the right one.

FAQ

What is the best fertiliser for indoor houseplants?

For potted and indoor plants, a controlled release fertiliser is an easy choice because nutrients release gradually, based on temperature. This Osmocote formula feeds for up to 6 months from one application.

When should I use slow-release fertiliser?

The brand recommends applying it in very early spring and again in autumn. It releases more nutrients when it's warm and plants are actively growing, and less when it's cold.

Specs

Brand: Scotts | Manufacturer: Osmocote | Weight: 700 g | Uses: plant food, plant growth

Browse more products for your pots and indoor plants in our Indoor Garden Kit Essentials collection.