Earthlife Catus Mate 22kg
Earthlife Soil Balance
Cactus Mate is a natural, slow-release plant food and soil conditioner specially formulated for cacti, succulents and mixed succulent gardens. It is designed to provide a broad range of minerals, trace elements, plant-available silica, organic matter and beneficial soil biology while supporting healthy root development and reducing the risk of rotting.
Key benefits
- 100% natural plant food containing plant-available silica, minerals, trace elements, organic matter and garden-friendly microbes.
- Slow release, providing nutrients over time rather than delivering a heavy immediate feed.
- Helps promote stronger, healthier plants and root systems.
- Helps plants establish more quickly after planting or transplanting.
- Supports plants' natural resistance to rotting, pests and diseases.
- Can assist with flowering in cacti and succulents.
- Encourages beneficial earthworm activity in suitable garden soils.
- Contains natural rock phosphate, making it suitable for cacti and succulents.
- Will not burn foliage or roots when used according to the recommended rates.
- Suitable for use in pots and all soil types.
- Contains no manure, blood and bone or synthetic fertiliser.
Typical analysis
Earthlife's current product information lists approximately:
Nutrient/component |
Typical analysis |
|---|---|
Nitrogen |
0.5% |
Phosphate |
1.3% |
Potassium |
1.1% |
Calcium |
10.8% |
Magnesium |
3.3% |
Silica |
34% |
Sulphate |
0.8% |
Iron |
2.8% |
Organic matter |
30% |
Other micronutrients |
60+ |
Product specifications can vary between published fact sheets, so the label on the bag should be used as the final reference for the particular batch/product you purchase.
Where to use it
Cactus Mate is suitable for:
- Cacti
- Succulents
- Succulent garden beds
- Mixed cactus and succulent gardens
- Potted cacti and succulents
- New plantings
- Existing established plants
- Planting and transplanting
- Re-potting
When planting or transplanting, Earthlife recommends placing some product in the planting hole and applying additional product around the plant. When re-potting, it can be incorporated into the potting mix to encourage root development and help reduce rotting.
Application rates
General fertilising:
300–500 g/m² (approximately 3–5 handfuls).
Planting/transplanting:
100–200 g (1–2 handfuls) in the planting hole, plus 200–300 g (2–3 handfuls) around the plant.
Problem soils or areas:
500–800 g/m² minimum.
Pots:
Approximately 1 tablespoon per 200 mm pot diameter.
How often to apply
Cacti: Apply approximately every 3 months for the first 12 months, then reduce to 1–2 applications per year once established.
Succulents: Apply approximately every 3–4 months.
If the soil or potting mix is receiving excessive water, Earthlife recommends a top-up application as appropriate.
Organic gardening
Cactus Mate is listed by Earthlife as a Certified Allowed Input for Organic Growers. The product is also described as contaminant-free and free from animal waste products.
Common Questions
Do you ship this product Australia-wide?
Yes, this product ships Australia-wide via Australia Post or road courier. Select your preferred shipping method at checkout.
Can I Click & Collect from Gympie?
Yes — Click & Collect is available from our store at 55 Tozer St, Gympie. Open Mon–Fri 8am–5pm and Sat 8am–12pm. Click & Collect is FREE on orders of $175 or more, or a flat $10 on orders under $175. Select Click & Collect at checkout and we will have your order ready.