--- product_id: 322183735 title: "Smart-Release Plant Food Plus Outdoor and Indoor, For Most Plant Types, In-Ground and Container Plants, Contains 11 Essential Nutrients, 8 lb." brand: "osmocote" price: "VT64106" currency: VUV in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/322183735-smart-release-plant-food-plus-outdoor-and-indoor-for-most store_origin: VU region: Vanuatu --- # Feeds plants up to 4 months 14-14-14 NPK balanced formula Safe up to 3x recommended dose Smart-Release Plant Food Plus Outdoor and Indoor, For Most Plant Types, In-Ground and Container Plants, Contains 11 Essential Nutrients, 8 lb. **Brand:** osmocote **Price:** VT64106 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🌿 Grow smarter, not harder—your garden’s secret weapon! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Smart-Release Plant Food Plus Outdoor and Indoor, For Most Plant Types, In-Ground and Container Plants, Contains 11 Essential Nutrients, 8 lb. by osmocote - **How much does it cost?** VT64106 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/322183735-smart-release-plant-food-plus-outdoor-and-indoor-for-most) ## Best For - osmocote enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted osmocote brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Long-Lasting Feed:** Smart-release technology nourishes your garden continuously for up to 4 months—less hassle, more harvest. - • **Versatile & Trusted:** Perfect for vegetables, flowers, perennials, and ornamental shrubs with decades of proven results. - • **Mistake-Proof Gardening:** Safe even if over-applied up to 3x—no plant burn, just thriving greenery. - • **Easy Application Included:** Comes with an applicator and clear instructions—cover 40 sq. ft. per pound for effortless feeding. - • **Balanced Nutrient Powerhouse:** Optimized 14-14-14 NPK formula fuels both roots and blooms for vibrant growth. ## Overview Osmocote Smart-Release Plant Food Flower & Vegetable is a premium 8 lb. fertilizer with a balanced 14-14-14 NPK formula designed to promote strong roots and abundant top growth. Its patented smart-release technology feeds plants steadily for up to 4 months, adapting nutrient release to soil temperature for optimal uptake. Safe to use even if over-applied, it’s ideal for vegetable gardens, perennials, and ornamental plants. Trusted for decades and backed by a satisfaction guarantee, Osmocote makes professional-level gardening accessible to every green thumb. ## Description Promote vigorous top-growth and strong root development with Osmocote Smart-Release Plant Food Flower & Vegetable. This product is a must-have for vegetable gardeners. It is specially formulated to grow flavorful vegetables and colorful blooms, and it is ideal for perennials. Plus, it feeds for up to 4 full months, so you can enjoy beautiful flowers and more bountiful vegetables all season long. Review: Expensive however it is constantly feeding the plants for 6 months Review: This stuff is amazing! If you have your babies in pots and can't get them outside or into a bigger pot, this will help sustain them while they wait. Leaves, flowers, what's up with you? PotShot! Household word for me now. ## Features - OSMOCOTE’S HIGHEST TOTAL NUTRIENT FORMULA: NPK = 14-14-14. Favored for seasonal vegetables and perennials. Promotes strong roots as well as vigorous and bountiful above-ground growth. - OSMOCOTE’S DIRECTIONS FOR USE: 1 lb. covers 40 sq. ft. (approx. 6½’ x 6½’). Mix into 1 – 3” of soil. Applicator included. Apply to vegetable gardens and mulched areas around ornamental trees / shrubs, and raised beds. - OSMOCOTE QUALITY: Osmocote is the original slow-release plant food. Decades of rigorous field testing confirm product effectiveness with hundreds of plant species in a variety of climate and soil conditions. - OSMOCOTE’S SECRET: Soil temperature controls how Osmocote releases its nutrients, and importantly how nutrients are taken up by the plant. Replenishment and feeding are in natural harmony. - OSMOCOTE IS MISTAKE-PROOF: Even if over-applied up to 3x the recommended rate, Osmocote does not ‘burn’ the plant. - OSMOCOTE CONFIDENCE: Performance is guaranteed. If unsatisfied, return the empty package to The Scotts Company for a full refund. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00GTDGJ5C | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (13,453) | | Date First Available | 10 July 2013 | | Ingredients | natural ingredients | | Item display height | 10 inches | | Item display length | 14 inches | | Item display weight | 9 Pounds | | Item display width | 10 inches | | Item model number | 277960 | | Manufacturer | The Scotts Company LLC | | Material type | Fertilizer | | Part number | 277960 | | Product Dimensions | 10.8 x 17.78 x 34.29 cm; 3.67 kg | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Osmocote - **Item form:** Granules - **Item weight:** 3.67 kg - **Liquid volume:** 8 Liters - **Specific uses for product:** Root Development ## Images ![Smart-Release Plant Food Plus Outdoor and Indoor, For Most Plant Types, In-Ground and Container Plants, Contains 11 Essential Nutrients, 8 lb. - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71oRl5SJMUL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size, Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: What are the n-p-k numbers. They may be on the bag but since we can't read the bag in the photos please tell us what they are.** A: The way Amazon has these products listed is confusing. Osmocote (green and white bag) is 14-14-14 Osmocote Plus (pink and white bag) is 15-9-12 **Q: What is the list of micro-nutrients? There's no photo of the back of the bag, so I can't tell.** A: The micronutrients in addition to the N, P and K ingredients listed on the back of the bag of are:Sulfer 6.0%Boron .02%Copper .05%Iron 0.46%Maganese 0.06%Molybdenum 0.02%Zinc O.o5% **Q: What is the ratio of micronutrients?** A: 2016 formulation for indoor/outdoor formulation is Nitrogen 19%-(10%ammoniacal and9% nitrate,) available phosphate 6% and soluble potash (potassium) 12%.I have no relationship with the manufacturers but it works better than any of previous fertilizer that I have ever used -It does not burn. **Q: What is the difference between osmocote plus and the flower and vegetable product?** A: Osmocote Plus has a 15-9-12 analysis, feeds both in-ground and container plants for 6 months and contains micronutrients; Osmocote Flower and Vegetable has a 14-14-14 analysis and feeds in-ground fruits and vegetables for 4 months. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by S***T on 21 May 2024* Expensive however it is constantly feeding the plants for 6 months ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by H***E on 14 November 2025* This stuff is amazing! If you have your babies in pots and can't get them outside or into a bigger pot, this will help sustain them while they wait. Leaves, flowers, what's up with you? PotShot! Household word for me now. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by S***Z on 27 April 2025* Improves root growth and yield. ## Frequently Bought Together - Osmocote Smart-Release Plant Food Plus Outdoor and Indoor, For Most Plant Types, In-Ground and Container Plants, Contains 11 Essential Nutrients, 8 lb. - BioAdvanced All-In-One Rose and Flower Care Fertilizer, Granules, 4 lb - Monterey - Sluggo Plus - Snail & Slug Killer, Plus Controls Other Insects, OMRI Listed for Organic Gardening - 4.9 LBS --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.vu/products/322183735-smart-release-plant-food-plus-outdoor-and-indoor-for-most](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/322183735-smart-release-plant-food-plus-outdoor-and-indoor-for-most) --- *Product available on Desertcart Vanuatu* *Store origin: VU* *Last updated: 2026-05-06*