Neutrog Bush Tucker 10kg – Specialised Organic-Based Native Plant Food

Neutrog Bush Tucker 10kg – Specialised Organic-Based Native Plant Food

Neutrog Bush Tucker is a premium, organic-based pelletised fertiliser specifically developed to meet the unique nutritional requirements of Australian native plants. This 10kg professional-grade pack was created in consultation with native plant experts to solve the challenge of feeding phosphorus-sensitive species. Bush Tucker provides a balanced, low-phosphorus nutrient profile that encourages robust growth and prolific flowering without the risk of toxicity common with standard fertilisers. Formulated from a base of composted poultry manure, it is further enriched with essential trace elements and minerals to ensure all natives—from the hardiest shrubs to the most delicate wildflowers—thrive in home and commercial landscapes. By stimulating beneficial soil microbes, it also improves soil structure and moisture retention, mirroring the natural forest floor environment these plants favor.

Best For: Safely feeding and promoting vibrant health in all Australian native plants, including those highly sensitive to phosphorus.

Key Features

• Proteaceae Safe (Low Phosphorus): Specifically formulated to be safe for Grevilleas, Banksias, Hakeas, and Waratahs, which are easily damaged by high-phosphorus fertilisers.
• Organic-Based Foundation: High organic matter content from composted poultry manure improves soil cation exchange capacity and long-term fertility.
• Enhanced Flowering & Foliage: Contains a specialised balance of Nitrogen and Potassium to promote deep green leaves and more frequent, longer-lasting floral displays.
• Sustained Nutrient Delivery: The pelletised organic base ensures a steady, slow release of nutrients, reducing leaching and providing consistent feeding over several months.
• Microbial Catalyst: Acts as a food source for beneficial soil bacteria and fungi, helping to naturally unlock minerals and improve the overall resilience of the root zone.

Specifications

• Brand: Neutrog (Distributed by Brunnings)
• Product: Bush Tucker
• Size: 10kg
• Format: Pelletised Organic-Based Fertiliser
• Category: Special Orders / Native Plant Care

Ideal For (Uses)

• Native Garden Maintenance: A reliable, safe "all-in-one" solution for established native borders containing a mix of trees, shrubs, and groundcovers.
• Potted Native Specimens: Providing controlled nutrition for container-grown natives like Kangaroo Paws and Dwarf Banksias where nutrient levels must be carefully managed.
• New Plant Establishment: Mixing into the soil at planting time to encourage rapid root strike and reduce transplant shock in young native seedlings.
• Flowering Stimulation: Applying before the peak flowering season to maximise the colour and volume of blooms in ornamental native species.

Oversized Item Delivery Options

Oversized, heavy, and structural goods ship via specialist freight. Freight is calculated at checkout from estimated packaged volumetric or physical weight. Carrier depot audits may adjust the rate — if the increase exceeds 10%, we will contact you before processing.

Available options include:

✔ Delivery to your closest depot for pickup — default method
✔ Direct delivery — requires an operational forklift on site unless Tailgate Delivery has been specifically requested and quoted (contact us — this cannot be selected at checkout)
✔ Tailgate hydraulic lift delivery — must be specifically requested; contact us for a quote (not available as a checkout option; extra fees apply; required if you do not have a forklift)
✔ Forklift loading at our warehouse (no extra charge if you arrange your own freight)
✔ Direct truck delivery (available in Victoria)

Important Notes:

• Shipping costs vary by location and method
• Any carton or consignment over 25–30kg (or over 200cm) must be palletised
• Without a specifically requested and paid Tailgate Delivery quote, palletised freight requires a forklift on site — otherwise the carrier will redirect to the nearest depot
• Bulky and oversized items cannot be delivered to a PO Box — provide a physical street address
• Failed deliveries, locked gates, unattended sites, or incorrect business/forklift declarations may incur carrier redelivery, demurrage, and restocking fees as set out in our Terms & Conditions

Business Delivery:

• Selecting a business/commercial delivery rate warrants that the address has an operational forklift and certified operator during business hours
• If the carrier cannot unload, the consignment may be redirected to a depot and secondary fees may apply
• Additional fees may apply for failed delivery attempts due to lack of appropriate unloading equipment

See our Terms & Conditions (Article 8) for full freight and delivery rules.

Important Note on Availability & Shipping

Our warehouse is a logistics hub, not a retail showroom. Listing a product online does not mean it is stored at our Thomastown warehouse — many lines ship from supplier hubs (split fulfilment may apply).

How lead times work:

• Product page ETA: The Estimated Time of Arrival (ETA) / lead-time badge shown on the product page at checkout is the agreed delivery timeframe for that order under Australian Consumer Law.
• Metro baselines: Advertised ETAs apply to standard metropolitan zones. Regional and remote addresses may take longer and may attract surcharges.
• Peak seasons: Orders in March–May, August–October, EOFY (June), Black Friday/Cyber Monday (November), and Christmas/New Year (December–January) may automatically add a 2–4 week buffer beyond the product page ETA.
• Supplier-dependent / backordered items: If stock is delayed, we will notify you with a revised ETA. You then have 7 days to accept the new timeframe or cancel for a full refund.
• Adloheat: Custom-made products from Adloheat (Pakenham, VIC) may take 4–12 weeks depending on the order.

Full fulfilment, cancellation, and freight rules are in our Terms & Conditions.

Biosecurity & Interstate Shipping Restrictions

Due to strict state biosecurity regulations, we are unable to ship some products to certain states and territories:

• Potting Mixes cannot be shipped to Western Australia (WA), the Northern Territory (NT), or Tasmania (TAS).
• Seeds cannot be shipped to Western Australia (WA).

Orders placed for these items to restricted states will be cancelled and refunded. It is the customer's responsibility to ensure that the items being ordered can lawfully be delivered to their state or territory.