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Copper Sulphate Blue Stone 25kg: Copper Sulphate Pentahydrate Crystals for Bordeaux Mixture and Copper Deficiency

Copper Sulphate Blue Stone is copper sulphate pentahydrate (CuSO₄·5H₂O), bright blue crystals also known as bluestone or blue vitriol. It's used to make Bordeaux mixture for fruit trees, vines and berries, and at low rates to correct copper deficiency in soils.

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Copper Sulphate Blue Stone: Bright Blue Copper Sulphate Crystals

Copper sulphate blue stone is copper sulphate pentahydrate (CuSO₄·5H₂O), the bright blue crystalline form of copper(II) sulfate, also known as bluestone or blue vitriol. It dissolves readily in water and has long been used in gardens, orchards and on farms, most commonly to make Bordeaux mixture and as a copper source for copper-deficient soils. It's packed by Bonnyrigg Produce & Garden Supplies in 1kg, 2kg and 4kg bags, plus a 25kg bulk bag for orchards, vineyards and larger properties.

Why Is Copper Sulphate Blue?

The blue colour comes from water molecules bound inside the crystal, which is why the pentahydrate form is called blue stone. When that water is driven off, it becomes anhydrous copper sulphate, a white to pale grey powder. The blue crystals are the form sold for garden and farm use.

What Is Copper Sulphate Used For?

  • Bordeaux mixture: mixed with hydrated lime to make a traditional copper spray for fruit trees, grapevines and berries.
  • Copper deficiency: used at low rates to supply copper, a trace element, to soils and crops that lack it.
  • Industry: used in electroplating, as a raw material for other copper compounds, and as a laboratory reagent.

Is Copper Sulphate a Fungicide?

Copper is one of the oldest fungicides and bactericides used in horticulture. Copper sulphate on its own can scorch leaves, so in the garden it's usually combined with lime as Bordeaux mixture, which sticks to leaves and releases copper slowly. Copper works as a protectant: it forms a barrier on the leaf surface that stops spores from germinating, so it's applied before disease appears, not to cure established infections.

Is Copper Sulphate Good for Plants?

In the right amount, yes. Copper is an essential trace element, and a small amount helps plants that are genuinely copper deficient. But plants need very little, and copper builds up in soil over time. Too much becomes toxic to plants, earthworms and soil life. Get a soil or leaf test before using copper sulphate as a fertiliser, and never apply more than needed.

Products Details

  • Type: Granular NPKS lawn fertiliser
  • Brand: Incitec Pivot
  • Analysis: Nitrogen 9.1%, Phosphorus 3.8%, Potassium 4.9%, Sulphur 17.7%, Calcium 8.2%
  • Potassium source: Sulphate of potash (low salt)
  • Form: Granules, for spreading by hand or spreader
  • Suitable for: All grass types, including buffalo, couch, kikuyu, zoysia and cool-season lawns, plus new turf and sports fields
  • Application rate: 5–6kg per 100m² (about 50–60g/m²), 3–4 times a year
  • Pack size: 25kg bag
  • Not suitable for: Vegetables or soil periodically cropped to vegetables

Key Features And Benefits

  • Complete NPKS blend that feeds roots and resilience as well as leaf
  • Nitrogen for strong growth and green colour
  • High sulphur content for deep, longer-lasting colour
  • Sulphate of potash is gentler on turf and less likely to scorch than muriate of potash
  • Phosphorus supports root development in new turf
  • Potassium helps lawns handle heat, wear and dry spells
  • Calcium supports healthy cell walls and soil structure
  • Granules spread evenly by hand or spreader
  • Suits all grass types, from home lawns to sports fields

How To Use

  • Timing: apply when the grass is actively growing: early spring, a lighter feed in late spring or summer, and again in autumn.
  • Rate: spread 5–6kg per 100m² (about 50–60g/m²), three or four times a year.
  • Spread evenly: apply by hand or with a spreader. For an even result, spread half the amount in one direction and the rest at right angles.
  • Water in: water thoroughly straight after applying to wash granules off the leaf and into the soil.
  • Don’t spray or inject: No. 17 isn’t fully soluble, so don’t use it through irrigation, water injection or spray equipment.
  • Avoid: heatwaves, drought, and winter dormancy in warm-season grasses.
  • Clippings: lawns where clippings are caught and removed need feeding more often.
  • Clean up: sweep granules off paths and driveways, and clean spreaders after use, as the product can be corrosive to metals.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is copper sulphate blue stone?

It's copper sulphate pentahydrate (CuSO₄·5H₂O), the bright blue crystal form of copper sulphate, also called bluestone or blue vitriol.

What is the difference between blue copper sulphate and white copper sulphate?

Blue copper sulphate is the pentahydrate form, which holds water in its crystals. White (anhydrous) copper sulphate has had that water removed.

What is copper sulphate used for?

In gardens and on farms, it's mainly used to make Bordeaux mixture for fruit trees and vines, and at low rates to correct copper deficiency in soil. It's also used in industry and laboratories.

How do you use copper sulphate in the garden?

The most common way is Bordeaux mixture: about 100g copper sulphate and 100g hydrated lime in 10L of water, mixed in plastic containers and used the same day as a preventative spray.

Is copper sulfate a fungicide?

Yes. Copper is a protectant fungicide and bactericide. It's usually used as Bordeaux mixture and applied before disease appears.

Is copper sulfate toxic to humans?

It's harmful if swallowed and causes severe eye and skin irritation. Wear gloves, goggles and protective clothing, and keep it away from children, pets and food.

Can I use copper sulphate to kill tree roots in drains?

It's not recommended. Copper sulphate can corrode metal pipes, harm waterways and is restricted in some areas. Call a licensed plumber about tree roots in sewer or stormwater lines.

Where can I buy copper sulphate in Australia?

Copper Sulphate Blue Stone is available from Bonnyrigg Produce & Garden Supplies at 462 Elizabeth Dr, Bonnyrigg NSW 2177, Australia. You can visit our store or order online with delivery across Australia.

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