Cactus Mate is a 100% natural plant food specifically formulated for cacti and succulents. It’s enriched with plant-available silica, essential minerals, trace elements, organic matter, and beneficial microbes to improve soil health, promote strong root systems, and reduce the risk of rotting. Free from manures, blood and bone, and synthetic chemicals, Cactus Mate is safe for all cacti and succulents and ideal for organic growers. It’s perfect for planting, potting, and revitalising tired soils.

Benefits:

• Improves soil quality and encourages healthier, faster-establishing plants
• Promotes flowering and helps plants resist pests and diseases
• Encourages earthworm activity and boosts microbial soil life
• Reduces transplant shock and improves water efficiency
• Will not burn plant roots or foliage
• Safe for use on all cacti and succulents
• Organic grower approved – no animal waste or chemical contaminants

Suitable For:

• At the base of the hole when planting cacti, succulents, or mixed gardens
• Mixed into potting media when potting or repotting
• Around established plants and dry garden beds

When to Apply:

Cacti: Every 3 months for the first year, then 1–2 times annually
Succulents: Every 3–4 months
Apply more frequently if the soil receives excess water

Application Rate:

General Garden Use: 300–500g/m² (3–5 handfuls)
Planting/Transplanting: 100–200g in the planting hole, plus 200–300g around the plant
Problem Soils: 500–800g/m² (5–8 handfuls)
Pots: 1 tablespoon per 200mm pot diameter

NPK & Nutrient Analysis:

0.5 : 0.3 : 1.1
Calcium: 10.8%
Magnesium: 2.9%
Silica: 32%
Sulphate: 0.8%
Iron: 1.2%
Organic matter: 30%
Plus 60+ micronutrients

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cactus Mate used for?

Cactus Mate is a 100% natural plant food specifically formulated for cacti and succulents. It’s enriched with plant-available silica, essential minerals, trace elements, organic matter, and beneficial microbes to improve soil health, promote strong root systems, and reduce the risk of rotting.

How do I use Cactus Mate?

General Garden Use: 300–500g/m² (3–5 handfuls) Planting/Transplanting: 100–200g in the planting hole, plus 200–300g around the plant Problem Soils: 500–800g/m² (5–8 handfuls) Pots: 1 tablespoon per 200mm pot diameter

How often should I apply Cactus Mate?

Cacti: Every 3 months for the first year, then 1–2 times annually Succulents: Every 3–4 months Apply more frequently if the soil receives excess water

Which plants is Cactus Mate suitable for?

At the base of the hole when planting cacti, succulents, or mixed gardens Mixed into potting media when potting or repotting Around established plants and dry garden beds