Gardeners Friend Premium Potting Mix 30L — Tasmanian-Made Garden Blend
GF-SUB-POTMIX-30L
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A premium Tasmanian-made potting mix built for everyday gardening — indoors or out. Gardeners Friend blends a rich organic base with peat moss, a wetting agent, and a 9-month slow-release fertiliser, plus trace elements for ongoing plant vitality. Suitable for hanging baskets, window boxes, repotting indoor plants, planting bulbs, and feeding roses, hedges, herbs, shrubs, and ornamentals. Made in Launceston by Waratah Launceston Pty Ltd — a Tasmanian quality-assured product.
Specifications
- Wear gloves and a dust mask when handling — potting mix contains naturally occurring micro-organisms.
- Avoid direct inhalation; open the bag in a ventilated area and handle in moist conditions where possible.
- Always wash hands thoroughly after working with potting mix.
- Keep out of reach of children and pets.
How to Repot With Gardeners Friend
Pairs Well With
Pair with a pot 5 cm wider than your plant's current home — drainage holes essential.
Propagation SuppliesRaise seedlings and cuttings ready to step up into this premium blend.
Pest ManagementProtect freshly potted plants from fungus gnats, aphids, and seasonal garden pests.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gardeners Friend Premium Potting Mix made in Australia?
Yes — it's manufactured by Waratah Launceston Pty Ltd in Launceston, Tasmania, using a rich organic base, peat moss, and Tasmanian quality assurance. The Grow Guys is based in Invermay, just down the road from the manufacturer.
How long does the slow-release fertiliser last?
Up to 9 months. The blend includes a controlled-release feed that supplies steady nutrients across a full growing season, plus trace elements for ongoing plant vitality. Top-up feeding isn't usually needed in the first few months.
Can I use this potting mix for both indoor and outdoor plants?
Yes. The mix is formulated for both — indoor pots, hanging baskets, window boxes, repotting ornamentals, planting bulbs, and outdoor potting of roses, hedges, herbs, and shrubs. The wetting agent makes it especially well-suited to hanging baskets and pots in sun.
Does this mix contain a wetting agent?
Yes. A wetting agent is included so water is absorbed evenly rather than running off the surface when the mix has dried out. This is the difference between a basket that rehydrates properly after a hot day and one where the water just channels through to the drip tray.
Is this potting mix suitable for hydroponic systems?
No. This is a soil-based premium potting mix designed for traditional pots, baskets, and garden beds. For hydroponic and soilless growing, choose a substrate like coco coir or expanded clay from our Substrates range.
How should I store an opened bag?
Roll the top of the bag down and store in a dry, sheltered area. This keeps the mix from drying out, protects the slow-release fertiliser, and prevents weather degradation. Avoid leaving the bag open and exposed to rain or direct sun.
Premium Tasmanian Potting Mix — Ready to Plant
Made in Launceston. 30L bag, 9-month slow-release feed, wetting agent included.