Incitec Pivot No. 17 Lawn Food 25kg – NPKS Granular Lawn Fertiliser for All Grasses

Incitec Pivot No. 17 Lawn Fertiliser for Strong Growth and Even Colour

Incitec Pivot No. 17 Lawn Food is a well-balanced granular lawn fertiliser with added trace elements, made to keep lawns growing strongly with good, even colour. It is a complete NPKS blend based on sulphate of potash, a lower-scorch potassium source, and it suits all grass types, from couch and buffalo through to cool-season lawns and playing fields. This 25kg bag is the size for larger lawns, new turf and sports fields.

What Is in This Lawn Food

The analysis is nitrogen 9.1%, phosphorus 4.1%, potassium 4.6% and sulphur 18%. Nitrogen drives leaf growth and colour, phosphorus supports root development, potassium helps the lawn cope with wear and stress, and the high sulphur content works with the nitrogen for deep, lasting green. Trace elements round out the blend, so it acts as a complete lawn grass food rather than a nitrogen-only top-up.

Choosing a Good Lawn Fertiliser

A good lawn fertiliser feeds more than just the leaf. Look for a balanced blend that includes phosphorus and potassium for roots and resilience, sulphur for colour, and a potassium source that is gentle on turf. That balance is what Incitec Pivot fertilisers like No. 17 are known for among turf growers and home gardeners, and why it is widely used for laying new turf, top-dressing established lawns and keeping sports turf in good condition.

Why Sulphate of Potash Matters

No. 17 uses sulphate of potash rather than muriate of potash. Sulphate of potash is a lower-salt potassium source, which makes it gentler on turf and less likely to scorch grass, and it also adds sulphur to the blend. For a fertiliser for lawn grass that is applied regularly through the year, that gentler profile is a real advantage.

How to Apply Lawn Fertiliser

Broadcast the granules evenly by hand or with a spreader, then water in well. Incitec Pivot's guidance is:

• Established lawns: 50g per square metre in spring and autumn, and 10g per square metre through summer
• Couch, buffalo and other summer-growing lawns and playing fields: 4 to 5kg per 100m² (400 to 500kg/ha), applied three times a year, in March, September and December

Always water in thoroughly after spreading to move the nutrients into the root zone and reduce any risk of leaf burn. Spreading half the rate in one direction and half across it helps avoid stripes and patches.

Important Usage Notes

No. 17 Lawn Food is formulated for lawns and turf, not for edible crops. Do not use it on vegetables, or on soil that is periodically cropped to vegetables, as this blend has a comparatively high cadmium content that is not suitable for food-producing beds. It is also not a stockfeed supplement. It is not fully soluble, so do not dissolve it for irrigation, water-injection equipment or foliar spraying, as residues can block filters and nozzles.

Key Features and Benefits

• Balanced NPKS lawn fertiliser: N 9.1, P 4.1, K 4.6, S 18
• Based on sulphate of potash, a gentler potassium source for turf
• Added trace elements for complete lawn nutrition
• Suitable for all grasses, including couch, buffalo and cool-season lawns
• Promotes vigorous growth and strong, even green colour
• Ideal for laying turf, top-dressing and maintaining sports turf
• Lawn fertiliser 25kg bag, also available in 1kg, 2kg and 4kg

Product Details

• Brand: Incitec Pivot
• Product: No. 17 Lawn Food
• Type: Granular NPKS lawn fertiliser with trace elements
• Analysis: N 9.1%, P 4.1%, K 4.6%, S 18%
• Pack size: 25kg
• Suitable for: All lawn and turf grasses

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place with the bag sealed. Kept dry, granular fertiliser stores well without losing quality.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the NPK analysis of Incitec Pivot No. 17 Lawn Food?
It is nitrogen 9.1%, phosphorus 4.1%, potassium 4.6% and sulphur 18%, a complete NPKS blend based on sulphate of potash with added trace elements.

How do I apply lawn fertiliser like No. 17?
Spread it evenly and water in well. For established lawns, use 50g per square metre in spring and autumn and 10g per square metre in summer. For couch, buffalo and sports turf, apply 4 to 5kg per 100m² three times a year.

When to fertilise lawn with No. 17 Lawn Food?
Feed established lawns in spring and autumn, with a light feed through summer. Couch, buffalo and other summer-growing lawns and sports turf are fed in March, September and December.

What is the best lawn fertiliser in Australia?
It depends on your lawn, but a balanced granular blend that suits Australian grasses is a reliable choice. No. 17 suits all grasses, uses gentle sulphate of potash and adds trace elements, which is why it is popular for home lawns, new turf and sports fields.

Can I use No. 17 Lawn Food on my vegetable garden?
No. It is not suitable for vegetables or for soil periodically used to grow vegetables, due to its comparatively high cadmium content. Use a fertiliser formulated for edible crops instead.

Where can I buy Incitec Pivot No. 17 Lawn Food in Australia?
Incitec Pivot No. 17 Lawn Food 25kg is available from BPG Supplies, with local pickup from our store in Bonnyrigg in Sydney's south-west and delivery options across Australia shown at checkout.