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Nature's Soil Wetter - 1L

Nature's Soil Wetter - 1L

Plant derived wetting agent and soil conditioner

Nature’s Soil Wetter is a super concentrated, plant-derived soil wetter and conditioner that improves water penetration, reduces runoff and enhances soil structure. It helps soils retain moisture and nutrients, relieves hydrophobic conditions and supports
Natural Soil Wetting Agent Improves Water Penetration & Retention Fixes Dry Patches & Run-Off
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Description

Super concentrated plant-derived non-petrochemical surfactant / wetter & soil conditioner

Nature’s Soil Wetter is a super-concentrated, eco-friendly soil wetter and conditioner that restores dry, compacted, or lifeless soil. Designed to fix hydrophobic soils and improve water and fertiliser efficiency, this plant-based formula is safe for lawns, garden beds, vegetables, natives, pots, and even golf greens or turf farms. Backed by Australian CSIRO research and made from 100% natural complex organic compounds, Nature’s Soil Wetter unlocks your soil’s true potential, helping it absorb, hold, and use water like a sponge.

Use Nature's Soil Wetter when your soil has become water repellent, irrigation or rainfall is struggling to penetrate the root zone, or plants are showing signs of moisture stress despite regular watering. It's ideal for improving water infiltration, reducing runoff, and helping soils retain moisture more effectively in lawns, gardens, orchards, and agricultural systems. Nature's Soil Wetter can also be used alongside most fertilisers and crop inputs to maximise water efficiency as part of a broader soil management program.

Nutrient Profile: 

  • Derived From: Complex organic compounds, plant-based surfactants, natural humates & fulvates
  • Trace Elements: Naturally occurring (70+ trace minerals in low concentrations)
  • Formulation Type: Soil wetting agent & conditioner (non-fertiliser)

Why choose Nature's Soil Wetter:

  • Fixes hydrophobic (water-repellent) soil fast
  • Improves water retention in sandy soils
  • Breaks through compaction in clay soils
  • Boosts fertiliser efficiency (especially nitrogen)
  • Removes toxic residues and binds harmful salts
  • Safe for all plants, including natives and edibles
  • Concentrated, fast-acting and biodegradable 

Nature's Soil Wetter is 100% Natural, Non-Toxic & Petrochemical-Free. It is derived from: Complex Organic Compounds (COCs), Botanical Extracts (e.g. Taraxacum officinale), Non-toxic surfactants & corn starch derivatives, Natural humates and fulvates. Lastly, it contains 70+ trace elements and minerals essential for soil. Whether you’re battling dry patches on your lawn, poor drainage in the veggie patch, or lifeless potting mix, Nature’s Soil Wetter helps water reach where it matters most—your plants’ roots. It’s the perfect foundation for a drought-resilient, water-wise garden.

(NSW01L)

Features

Specifications

How it Works

 

The Science Behind Nature's Soil Wetter:

Nature’s Soil Wetter tackles one of the most overlooked soil challenges, hydrophobicity, or water repellence. Common in sandy soils, compacted clays, and degraded soils, this issue causes water to bead and run off rather than soaking in where plants need it. By reducing water’s surface tension, Nature’s Soil Wetter improves infiltration and rehydration, delivering moisture directly to root zones while enhancing soil structure over time. Unlike synthetic wetting agents, its natural colloidal chemistry and plant-based surfactants support soil biology. The formula binds and retains moisture, reduces nutrient leaching, and stabilises nitrogen fertilisers for up to 80 days. It also detoxifies soils by binding harmful residues and heavy metals, while buffering pH for a more stable growing environment. Whether on turf, in gardens, or across farms, Nature’s Soil Wetter does more than move water, it regenerates soil function, boosts nutrient efficiency, and builds long-term resilience in any growing system.

In summary, nature's soil wetter has the following functions: 

  • Water Penetration: Breaks water’s surface tension to move deeper into the soil
  • Soil Structure Repair: Softens compacted soil and helps form beneficial soil crumbs
  • Fertiliser Stabilisation: Enhances nitrogen retention—extends urea effectiveness up to 80 days
  • Root Zone Hydration: Keeps moisture near plant roots longer, reducing stress
  • Soil Detox: Binds and neutralises salts, toxins, and heavy metals
  • pH Buffering: Helps soil resist extreme swings in pH

Application

  Use Area Rate Frequency
Specialised Application Seed Treatment Soak seeds in 10ml per bucket of water overnight  
Microbial Stimulation 20L/ha every 8 weeks to enhance soil biology  
Sodium Management 1–2L every second irrigation for salt-affected soils  
Chemical Residue Detox 20L/ha, repeat 2–3 times to detox pesticide/herbicide load  
Nitrogen Boosting Add 10% Nature’s Soil Wetter to nitrogen sources like urea or ammonium nitrate  
Foliar Fertiliser Synergy Use as an adjuvant to improve foliar fertiliser uptake  
General Application Lawns & Gardens 100ml per 100m² Every 2–4 weeks
Potted Plants 10ml per watering can Monthly
Pasture/Turf 10L per hectare (min 600L H₂O) As needed
Golf Greens 100ml per 100m² 2–4 weekly
Fairways 50–75ml per 100m² Monthly

 

Application Tips & Compatibility:

  • Mix gently before use—no shaking required
  • Water in lightly after applying to activate soil absorption
  • Test compatibility before mixing with acidic or sulphate-based trace elements
  • Use year-round, especially during dry periods or when soils become hydrophobic

Download Application Rates Document or please refer to the rear label for application rates. 


 

 

Need Help with Application Rates?

Not sure how much to apply for your lawn or garden area? Use our Plant Doctor Product Rates Calculator to get the correct rate tailored to your size and conditions.

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Safety

Safety Guidelines

Keep out of reach of children. May be harmful if swallowed. If eaten seek medical help. ALWAYS TRIAL BEFORE CHANGE. Before a new rate, product or application method is used, a small trial is recommended. Warranty of this material, either expressed or implied, is limited to a guarantee of the composition as shown on this label in as much as uses are beyond the seller’s control. For the same reason, the seller is not liable for any injury to any living thing, crops, soils, or materials which may result from the use or storage of this material. As this is largely a mineral-based fertiliser made from natural resources, the analysis may change slightly.

NOTE: not compatible with iron-based products

FAQ

What is Nature’s Soil Wetter and how does it work?

Nature’s Soil Wetter is a natural, plant-based soil wetting agent and conditioner designed to fix hydrophobic (water-repellent) soils. It reduces water’s surface tension, allowing moisture to penetrate deeper into the soil profile. This improves root hydration, boosts fertiliser efficiency, and helps repair compacted or sandy soils.

Is Nature’s Soil Wetter safe for all plants?

Yes. It is 100% natural, non-toxic, petrochemical-free, and safe for all plant types—including lawns, vegetables, fruit trees, natives, potted plants, and even turf farms or golf greens.

What’s the best way to apply Nature’s Soil Wetter?

Nature’s Soil Wetter works best when it penetrates into the soil. If applying with a pressure sprayer, you should water it in afterwards. Otherwise, apply with a hose-on bottle for even distribution.

How often should I apply this product?

For general soil improvement, apply once every month. If you’re trying to correct poor soil structure or severe hydrophobicity, more frequent applications may be beneficial.

How much of this product should I apply?

The standard application rate is 100ml for every 100m². If treating less often (such as once a season), apply 300ml per 100m².

How soon after spraying Nature’s Soil Wetter can I mow?

It’s best to wait 8–12 hours after application before mowing. The longer you leave it, the more effective the treatment will be.

Should I mow my lawn before or after application?

For best results, mow your lawn before applying Nature’s Soil Wetter. This allows the product to penetrate the soil more effectively without being trapped in the leaf layer.

Can it help with lawn dry patches and water run-off?

Absolutely. Nature’s Soil Wetter is highly effective on lawns suffering from dry patches, uneven wetting, or water run-off. It helps spread water evenly across the soil surface and ensures moisture penetrates down into the root zone.

Is it environmentally friendly?

Yes. Being derived from complex organic compounds, botanical extracts, and natural surfactants, it is fully biodegradable and safe for waterways, pets, and beneficial soil microbes.

Reviews

Amount of Reviews:

Great Product

By: Kyle on 23 April 2020
I have hydrophobic soil and this helped heaps can actually notice better water retention and holding water nicely. 5 Stars

A helping hand during drought

By: Gene on 6 May 2020
Natures soil wetter helped my lawn battle through some tough dry conditions during summer. Easy to apply through a old hose end bottle. 5 stars

Noted Water Penetration

By: Wayne Dearness on 28 May 2020
I have used mainly granular soil wetters and Bunnings products in the past with varied success on my lawn, particularly now in the dry winter months when some areas of my lawn suffer from hydrophobic soil. The Natures Soil Wetter has worked well after a couple of sprays, particularly when I pre-wet the soil as deep as possible before applying. I am happy with this product and will buy again.

Works a treat

By: ASHLEY on 9 June 2020
I have been using this and have seen a great improvement with both my turf and my veggies.

Great product

By: Aaron on 21 June 2020
Product works great had bad hydrophobic soil, with just a single application the results were instant! Water penetrates no worries now.

Nature's Soil Wetter

By: John on 30 June 2020
Great value and quality product. Easy to use and long lasting. Highly recommended wetting agent.

For use on hydrophobic soils

By: Jerome on 27 July 2020
Any extended period of dryness causes soils to become hydrophobic (repels water). To overcome this a simple application of this will help improve soil structure and water retention. Have had great success on indoor pot plants and also lawns using this

Nature's Soil Wetter

By: Michael on 6 August 2020
I have found this really easy to use when mixing and applying. The solutions does not bubble up everywhere when filling up the backpack with water and already noticing great results. Great product.

Great product

By: Matthew on 22 August 2020
Works well, and good value for money

Works well

By: Shay on 23 August 2020
Good value for money, mixes well with other products such as the ben sims pack. Lawn looks great

Performs Well

By: Vijayant on 19 September 2020
Used this soil wetter during the summer months and it worked a treat. Helped reduce watering frequency, saving on the water bill,

Unbelievable

By: Luke on 27 September 2020
Unreal service from these legends, fantastic prices, arrived super quick, my lawn thanks you!!

Nature's Soil wetter

By: wayne on 2 October 2020
Environmentally friendly product, safe around kids, pets and wild life... Value for money. Watch the water seep in and not run off the surface.

Works great

By: Brendan on 4 October 2020
Seems to work just as well as some of the more expensive brands- well done PD

Soil Wetter

By: Martin on 11 October 2020
Great Product, Easy to Apply, Excellent Value

GREAT PRODUCT

By: Adrian on 14 October 2020
Another great product. Also easy to use as I pop it in the knapsack with other plant doctir products and spray them all together. So far I'm happy with its performance.

Special Mix Product.

By: RON on 17 November 2020
I use Natures Soil Wetter as one of the ingredients of my special mix. This is one of the products that make my gardens and lawns look great. Big improvement since using this.

reduced water bill

By: Bruno on 25 November 2020
after using this product I´ve noticed less water is needed for irrigation which helped me save money on my water bill. will re-order soon for summer time

Soil have improved, ordering more

By: Benjamin on 27 November 2020
Starting using on a garden bed that is relatively shallow and gets a lot of sun. Have noticed planting new plants today its much more moist below the surface and soil health has improved. Buying more now.

Solid product

By: Mitchell on 28 November 2020
Having ordered this for the first time I have been impressed with the assistance this product has provided in the health of my lawn.

Back in the line up

By: Sean on 4 December 2020
Haven’t used the NSW for a while due to having other products still in the shed. Repurchased with the Ben Sims back , and straight away it’s cleared up current dry patch and aided water absorption. Great gear Adam !

Easy Application

By: Nick on 27 December 2020
When moving into our newly built home I noticed the turf prep was quite horrendous. Full of clay and builders waste. I was worried our new wintergreen wouldn’t take due to the clay so opted for this soil wetter to help with moisture retention and to break down some of the clay soil. After spraying, my lawn became more drought resistant and instead of going blue after one day of no water is now happily soaking up the left over moisture for longer periods of time. Great product and has helped with the intake of the other products purchased.

QLD Summers Are HOT!

By: Nathan on 28 December 2020
Natured Soil wetter is helping bring my Buffalo back from this years Reno! After years of Hydrophobic Soil This little Gem is helping AL-HOT!

Great products from PD

By: Karan on 4 January 2021
I have been using this in combination with other liquids from PD - Stimulizer, Quantum H, Seaweed secrets, and liquid iron. They have worked great and my lawn and plants and healthy, lush and tolerant of all weather conditions. Highly recommend getting all these and spraying using a knapsack every 2-4 weeks.

NSW - Great product an easy to apply

By: Salvatore on 14 January 2021
Have been using this product for about 1.5 years and it has really helped with my hydrophobic soil. Constant application makes a difference and it is so easy to apply. Plus, great value for money

Great product

By: James on 16 January 2021
Helped increase water uptake in my dry soil

Soil wetter for the win

By: Anthony on 21 January 2021
Soil wetter ever since I learnt about it a year ago has been my go too sufficentant and I apply it with all my seaweed solutions, before fertaliser every month. If I'm going to spend time watering my lawn I want it to take in and utilise as much as I can. Great product and will be a constat buyer of this product.

Wetters ain't wetters

By: Chris on 3 March 2021
A great, natural soil wetter. Can't go wrong with this stuff.

Great product

By: Warren on 5 March 2021
Used alongside Seaweed Secrets and Activate, fantastic product, very noticeable improvement in my soils ability to absorb moisture.

Perfect

By: Shane on 10 March 2021
Perfect for the home lawnie. Love my Plant Doctor products,

So Handy!!

By: robert on 12 April 2021
I find this is the first additive used when planting new plants or lawn seed.

water wise

By: Daryl on 12 June 2021
Since using Natures Soil Wetter, I have noticed a great reduction in water run off on my lawn. Very satifying to know that the water is being taken in by the soil, so therefore the lawn, rather than being wasted down the drain. Another great product and at a very affordable price.

Nature's Soil Wetter

By: john on 7 July 2021
I add this to the Seaweed Secrets to help my soil. Has worked a treat. Thanks.

Easy to use

By: Gurinder on 13 July 2021
Has been using granular wetting agents before. Got the liquid this time and what a time saver. Application & watering in all same time.

great product!

By: Mason on 15 July 2021
i bought this in conjunction with a bulk order of the ben sims pack. I Have been very satisfied this season with the results. Grass has handled the temperatures well with the assistance to plant doctors foliar products. The turf looks great and loves the applications. At a competitive price, i highly recommend. the soil has held in moisture a lot better and has helped reduce my water bill!

Highly recommended

By: Clifford on 24 August 2021
Great, amazing product and good value for money.

Time and money saver

By: Alex on 15 October 2021
This product has cut my watering down and helped my sandy soil retain moisture, saving me time and money, can’t recommend enough.

Soil wetter

By: Jordie on 9 November 2021
Used this for first time after noticing my lawn was a bit hydrophobic. 100% works and will continue to apply in the future.

Hydrophobic Lawn

By: Nick on 20 November 2021
I was challenged to try out this product & how glad am I that I gave this a go! I have quite a decent incline in my front yard and I struggle to retain water there! Since using this soil wetter it has really helped my lawn retain water and keep the soil moist! I will be using this product for a long time to come!

Great Product

By: Rowan on 22 November 2021
Great results and I love that it is non-petrochemical

Great product

By: Nick on 23 December 2021
Excellent product for allowing water penetration . Does what it’s meant to

Great wetter for a great price

By: Aiden on 26 December 2021
Have been using this soil wetter for a while now (2/3week apps) has held up amazing helped the lawn get through 40+ degree days and great for spot spraying.

Works wonders for lawn and the garden

By: Emmanuel on 27 December 2021
I use this for both the lawn and the garden and works amazingly well. Had very hydrophobic soil around a young citrus tree - added some NSW into a watering can and hey presto! No more water run off! This is also used as part of my lawn care regime to ensure adequate water penetration. Overall very impressed.

Fantastic Product

By: Frank on 27 January 2022
I applied it for my lawn in addition with Lawn Lovers (Ben Sims) Bundle Pack. My lawn is keeping green and strong. It is a great product and good value for money.

Great product!

By: Charles on 2 March 2022
Parts of my clay soil just couldn't hold water before, was hard as rock, I gave it the suggested amount of soil wetter and the soil now holds water and stays moist. Will be buying more!

Great soil wetter

By: Linden on 15 March 2022
I bought the 4L variety of this produce which was great value. It goes on easily and seems to be very effective at helping my lawn to retain moisture.

Amazing Green Zoysia

By: David on 23 March 2022
I bought the Plant Doctor Natures Soil Wetter on eBay to complement the Stimulizer, Liquid Iron, Quantum, Seaweed Secrets and Activ8Mate products that I was already using - as a combination they bring a depth of healthy colour to my lawn that I have not seen with any other combination of products that I've tried

Great soil wetter for new lawn

By: Anferny on 9 July 2022
I have used all the pd products except this one so decided to buy a small bottle to test on the new turf. Wow it works wonder to let all the water soak in very well and lawn established much quicker.

Incredible product!

By: Shaun on 15 December 2022
With only 2 applications this has improved my soils uptake of moisture so much! Love it!

Finally solved my water repelling problem!

By: Stephen on 20 December 2022
I have very sand soil which loves to repel water and anything else I throw at it. I finally got around to getting Nature's Soil Wetter after finding it here at Plant Doctors. Wow!!! What a difference withing a week. My grass is finally taking up everything I throw at it. Getting it into the root zone where it should be. Thanks again Plant Doctor!

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First time owning lawn. Gave the team at plant doctor a ring and they supplied me with a wealth of information. Products turned up quickly.

Billy Green

Will definitely be getting more 8 weeks difference been using stimulizer, activ8mate, soil wetter, seaweed secrets and champion fertiliser. Was super fast delivery.

Michael Preddy

Only have great things to say about Plant Doctor. Organic products and a competitive price, fast shipping and easy to contact with questions. Have had great results with the special mix for lawns, and my plants (indoor and outdoor) love the seaweed secrets. I am excited to test out some of the animal products soon!

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