Abstract

Specifies physical, chemical, biological and labelling requirements for potting mixes packaged for retail sale including information to be supplied to the consumer and health warnings. Includes requirements for regular and premium grade mixes as well as special purpose mixes.

Scope

This Standard specifies physical, chemical, biological and labelling requirements for potting mixes packaged for retail sale. Potting mixes of both regular and premium quality are covered. Requirements are also included for mixes labelled as suitable for African violets, bulbs, hanging baskets, seedlings, orchids, acid-loving plants and plants that are sensitive to phosphorus.

Test methods for the analysis of potting mixes are set out in Appendices A to H.

NOTE: Appendix I gives guidance on the determination of compliance with this Standard.

General Product Information

Published
Document Type	Standard
Status	Current
Publisher	Standards Australia
ProductNote	Pending Revision indicates that as a result of the Aged Standards review process, the document needs updating. If no project proposal, meeting the quality criteria, is received within the 12 month timeframe, the document shall be withdrawn.
Pages
ISBN
Committee	CS-037
Supersedes	DR 01335 AS 3743-1996