Soilmelier
Australia's First Soilmelier
Soil. It’s the foundation of every garden – but how often do we really stop and think about what goes into it?
Every great garden starts with great soil. It’s the unsung hero beneath our feet, full of life, nutrients, and potential. Yet while we happily debate the best wine to pair with dinner, we rarely give the same thought to what’s feeding our plants.
At Scotts, we believe soil deserves to be celebrated. After all, it’s not just dirt – it’s the secret ingredient for stronger roots, lusher leaves, and juicier harvests. So, this spring, we’re putting soil in the spotlight and giving it the respect (and a little humour) it deserves.
That’s why we’ve created Australia’s first Soilmelier – an expert in the fine art of soil blends. Just like a sommelier carefully swirls and sniffs wine, our Soilmelier Merrick Watts investigates and refines the perfect recipe to keep your garden thriving.
👉 Watch the video below to see Merrick in action
Meet Merrick Watts
Comedian. Wine Lover. Soilmelier.
Merrick Watts is no stranger to the spotlight. With decades of comedy, radio, and television under his belt, plus a serious wine obsession (yes, he’s an accredited sommelier), Merrick knows a good blend when he sees one.
But it’s not all stages and cellars, Merrick’s also a keen gardener himself. Away from the mic, you’ll often find him outdoors with dirt under his nails, tending to his veggie patch or giving his plants a little extra TLC. He knows the satisfaction of picking fresh produce straight from the garden and the difference good soil and the right products can make. Because just like with wine, Merrick knows the quality of what you put in shapes the quality of what you get out.
Now, Merrick’s trading the wine cellar for the garden shed, putting Scotts Organics to the test. With a swirl, a sniff and a signature smirk, he dives into organic soil blends in search of the ultimate recipe for stronger, healthier, happier plants.
Sip, Swirl… Soil?
Because great gardens start with great soil.
Soil might look simple, but it’s anything but. It’s the living, breathing foundation of every garden, packed with microbes, nutrients and organic matter that quietly power strong roots, lush leaves, and bumper harvests. And just like a sommelier can tell the difference between a fine vintage Shiraz and a decade-old Pinot, we think soil deserves its own expert too.
Healthy soil is packed with life, all working together to help roots grow stronger, leaves grow greener, and flowers and veggies flourish. That’s why we’ve teamed Merrick’s wit with the expertise of Scotts Organics, to highlight the real secret to garden success: richer soil and well-fed plants.
With Scotts Organic Plant Food, you’re feeding the soil as much as the plant, creating a natural cycle of nutrients that keeps working long after you’ve applied it. And with Scotts Organic Potting Mix, you’re giving roots the perfect home, rich, aerated, and full of organic goodness.
Because at the end of the day, soil is the heart of growing – and when your soil thrives, so does your garden.
“This isn’t just plant food. This is certified organic, microbe rich, garden transforming plant food”
- Merrick Watts
“Mmm, soil superiority”
