{"product_id":"garden-addicts-steadygro-6mth-slow-release-fertiliser-covers-200m2-4kg","title":"Garden Addicts  SteadyGro - 6mth Slow Release Fertiliser (Covers 200m2) - - - [4kg]","description":"\u003cp\u003eCovers 200m2\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLong-lasting nutrition for thriving gardens. Premium slow-release feeding works continuously for up to six months, supporting healthy, vigorous growth all season long.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eOne application at the start of the season covers your base nutrition through 2 seasons! The coated urea releases nitrogen gradually as soil temperature rises, which means plants get a consistent supply rather than a short spike followed by nothing. That steady release also means no burn risk and minimal nutrient loss through leaching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe NPK is genuinely balanced for general garden use: 18% nitrogen for growth and colour, 6% phosphorus for root establishment, and 12% potassium for plant strength and stress tolerance. The secondary nutrients round it out well: 0.5% magnesium, 6.8% sulphur and trace iron, manganese, and zinc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNPK is 18-6-12\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGarden beds and general planting areas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eSpread evenly across the soil surface and water in, or mix lightly into the top few centimetres of soil. Apply at the start of the growing season. A second application mid-season is optional for heavy-feeding plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNew plantings, fruit trees, and shrubs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eApply at the lower rate and mix lightly into the soil around the root zone. Do not place directly under the root ball. Water in thoroughly after planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePotted plants and planter boxes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eApply to the surface and water in. Pots heat up faster than garden beds, which can accelerate the release rate slightly, so stick to the lower end of the application rate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePairing with liquid fertilisers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eSteadyGro handles the base nutrition. Top up monthly with a compatible liquid fertiliser to support active growth and maintain soil health through the season. This is where the programme really performs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication rates\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGarden beds and general planting\u003cbr\u003eApply 50–100 g per m²\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew plantings, fruit trees and shrubs\u003cbr\u003eApply 50–75 g per m², lightly mixed into the root zone\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Garden Addicts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48924616327351,"sku":"11508","price":60.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0279\/7797\/3869\/files\/SteadyGro4kg.png?v=1784876905","url":"https:\/\/www.gardenbox.co.nz\/products\/garden-addicts-steadygro-6mth-slow-release-fertiliser-covers-200m2-4kg","provider":"Garden Box Limited - Create Better Gardens","version":"1.0","type":"link"}