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# Daltons Garden Time™ Potato Fertiliser

        ![Daltons Garden™ Time Potato Fertiliser](/sites/default/files/styles/product_gallery_2xl/public/2026-09/garden_time_potato_fert_1.5kg_vis_d_flat.jpg.avif?itok=3fr8Cxop) 

 

 

 

# Daltons Garden Time™ Potato Fertiliser

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Garden Time Potato Fertiliser is a granular blend of slow-release and nutrient-specific fertilisers that give potatoes and kumara the nutrients they need for strong growth and a bumper crop. It promotes healthy foliage and strong root development for consistent, reliable results.

##### Uses

- Feeding all potato and kumara varieties
- Use when planting or as a mid-season feed
- Easy to apply using spreader or hand application

##### Product Features

- **N6 - P5 - K8 + 1.5Mg + TE**
- Delivers essential plant nutrients for 8–12 weeks
- Formulated to support strong root growth and productive plants
- Helps maintain healthy green leaves through the growing season
- Easy-spread granular formulation



 

 

 



 [ ![SDS](/themes/custom/b_three/images/icon-svgs/SDS.svg) Garden Time Potato Fertiliser Safety Data Sheet ](https://www.daltons.co.nz/sites/default/files/2026-02/garden_time_potato_fertiliser_sds_2025.pdf) 

##### Related Products

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#####  Garden Time™ Compost 

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#####  Daltons Garden Time™ Enriched Garden Mix 

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## How to use  ![](/themes/custom/b_three/images/icon-svgs/caret.svg)   ![](/themes/custom/b_three/images/icon-svgs/caret.svg)  

 

One adult handful holds approx 70g. 1 Metric cup = 300g.

##### Prior to planting

Apply 75–100g per m², spreading evenly, then mix thoroughly through the existing soil.

##### Existing plants

Apply 100–150g per m² evenly alongside plants and water in well.

##### Topdressing potatoes in containers

Add 3g per litre of the container. Spread evenly around top of container or bag avoiding direct contact with foliage (leaves) and water well.



 

 

 

 

 

## Tips and know how  ![](/themes/custom/b_three/images/icon-svgs/caret.svg)   ![](/themes/custom/b_three/images/icon-svgs/caret.svg)  

 

- For a greater yield, improve soil structure by blending **Daltons [Garden Time™ Compost](/products/garden-timetm-compost)** or **Daltons Garden Time™ Enriched Garden Mix** with existing soil prior to planting.
- For improved plant health use **Garden Time™ Seafeed Plus NPK**, a natural seaweed bioconcentrate.



 

 

 

 

 

## Useful guides  ![](/themes/custom/b_three/images/icon-svgs/caret.svg)   ![](/themes/custom/b_three/images/icon-svgs/caret.svg)  

 

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#####  How To Grow Potatoes Guide 

Learn how to grow potatoes at home with our guide. Covers when to plant, how to prepare, grow in-ground or in containers, and storage tips.

 ](/gardening-guides/how-to-grow-potatoes-guide "How To Grow Potatoes Guide") 

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#####  Chitting potatoes 

When chitting potatoes, if I have a potato with a few healthy-looking shoots, can I cut that potato in half and plant both halves? Do I need to cure the skin on the cut pieces? If so how do I do this? 

 ](/gardening-guides/chitting-potatoes "Chitting potatoes") 

 

 

 

## Related Information  ![](/themes/custom/b_three/images/icon-svgs/caret.svg)   ![](/themes/custom/b_three/images/icon-svgs/caret.svg)  

 

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#####  When to Apply Fertiliser: Before or After Planting? 

Do I fertilise soil weeks before planting or at planting time? 

 ](/gardening-guides/when-to-apply-fertiliser-or-after-planting "When to Apply Fertiliser: Before or After Planting?") 

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#####  When to Apply Fertiliser 

When do I start fertilising my garden?

 ](/gardening-guides/when-to-apply-fertiliser "When to Apply Fertiliser ") 

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#####  Herb &amp; Garlic Butter 

Make herb and garlic butter with fresh herbs, crushed garlic and softened butter. It takes about 10 minutes, freezes for up to 3 months, and is perfect for flavouring bread, roast veg, steak or baked potatoes. Freeze in a log and slice off rounds when you need them.  
 

 ](/herb-garlic-butter "Herb & Garlic Butter") 

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#####  Rebuilding Your Garden After a Flood 

Losing your garden to floodwaters can be devastating. With TLC and time, you can restore the beauty and functionality of your garden. 

 ](/gardening-guides/rebuilding-your-garden-after-flood "Rebuilding Your Garden After a Flood") 

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#####  Gardening Safety 

Find out more about the naturally occurring organism “Legionellosis”, and look at some simple steps that all  
 gardeners can take to reduce the risks of Legionnaire’s Disease while enjoying their garden.

 ](/safer-gardening "Gardening Safety") 

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#####  7in1 Range 

Feed your garden with 7in1 fertilisers, pellets, mixes and compost, made in NZ by Daltons. Seven natural ingredients, available only at The Warehouse.

 ](/7in1 "7in1 Range") 

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#####  How to Garden With Children Guide 

A garden is a living classroom where children learn important skills to nurture tiny seeds or plants into flourishing flowers, or fruit or vegetables they can eat. In our guide you will learn top tips and tricks on engaging children in the garden.

 ](/gardening-guides/how-to-garden-with-children-guide "How to Garden With Children Guide") 

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#####  Attack of Mealy Bug 

I bought a plant from a local shop and about a week later it looked like fluffy cotton dots all over it and then the leaves started to die. What is it and how do I treat it? 

 ](/gardening-guides/attack-mealy-bug "Attack of Mealy Bug") 

 

 



 

 

 

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