Thirteen items. One weekend. A price ceiling under $50. That is the entire pitch behind Aldi’s newest gardening drop, and it explains why so many Australian shoppers are already circling their calendars. Aldi takes on Bunnings with gardening Special Buys from $6 starting tomorrow, launching nationally on Saturday, 26 September 2026, as part of the retailer’s regular Saturday Special Buys cycle [1][2][3].
The timing is no accident. Spring has just begun, and Aldi is positioning this drop as an affordable way to refresh backyards before the warmer months take hold [4].
Key Takeaways
- Aldi’s gardening Special Buys event goes live nationally on Saturday, 26 September 2026 [1][3].
- The range includes 13 items spanning tools, planters, and small garden structures [3][4].
- Prices start at $5.99 for pruning shears and top out near $49.99 for a garden bed or a four-way basket tree [3][4].
- Stock is limited and sold “while stocks last,” so popular items like the greenhouse may sell out fast [2][3].
- Aldi’s low-price strategy mirrors its earlier hardware push against Bunnings, anchoring prices at the budget end of the market [13][15].
What the Gardening Special Buys Range Actually Includes
Aldi’s official Special Buys listing for 26 September confirms a compact but varied lineup built around small-scale garden upgrades rather than major landscaping projects [3]. Shoppers can expect Garden Pruning Shears at $5.99, a Coco Fibre Hanging Basket at $6.99, and Assorted Packet Bulbs at $8.99, making the entry point genuinely accessible [3][4].
Moving up the price scale, Rhino Garden Gloves sit at $10.99, while Assorted Hose Nozzles and a Garden Arch are both priced at $14.99. A Three-Piece Garden Tool Set follows at $19.99, and a Ribbed Planter comes in at $24.99 [3][4].
At the higher end, Aldi is offering Nesting Flower Steps for $29.99, a Knitted Garden Hose measuring 30 metres for $34.99, and a Large Dropover Greenhouse for $39.99. The two priciest items, an 181cm Four-Way Garden Basket Tree and a Large Garden Bed, are both listed at $49.99 [3][4]. According to Yahoo Lifestyle, Aldi is marketing the range as a way to build a “show-stopping floral sanctuary” at what it calls blooming great prices [4].
How Aldi Takes on Bunnings with Gardening Special Buys from $6 Starting Tomorrow
The phrase “Aldi takes on Bunnings” is not just marketing spin. Bunnings has publicly acknowledged that its own website traffic spikes whenever Aldi’s weekly Special Buys catalogue drops, describing Aldi as a surprise new competitor in the home improvement space [15]. Aldi’s model relies on tightly managed, event-style releases rather than a permanent range, which creates urgency that Bunnings’ continuous stock cannot replicate [2][3][9][10].
This is not the first time Aldi has undercut Bunnings on price. Previous hardware analysis found Aldi selling a Xfinity 20V hedge trimmer for $59.99 with a five-year warranty, and a 20V cordless blower for $39.99, both priced near the bottom of Bunnings’ equivalent ranges, which stretch from roughly $59 to $289 for trimmers and $39 to $299 for blowers [13].
Retail expert David Gordon offers a useful distinction: Bunnings shoppers typically buy several items per visit, while Aldi Special Buys customers tend to make one promotion-driven purchase [15]. That behavioural difference suggests this gardening drop is designed less as a full renovation solution and more as an impulse-driven traffic generator.
Availability, Delays, and What Shoppers Should Expect
Aldi maintains a dedicated Special Buys Product Delays notice, and the 26 September gardening range appears on it, listing items such as Garden Gloves, the Large Dropover Greenhouse, Solar Spot Light, Knitted Garden Hose, Plastic Lawn Border, Metal Obelisk, and Premium Potting Mix 22L among those that may face store-level timing variations [5]. Shoppers are advised to check local stock before making a special trip [5].
Third-party catalogue trackers covering the 23-29 September and 30 September-6 October windows confirm garden and DIY themes recurring across Aldi’s early spring Special Buys schedule, reinforcing that this is part of a broader seasonal push rather than an isolated event [6][7][11][12]. Some customers have reportedly spotted items in-store ahead of the official date, praising the value of larger pieces like the greenhouse and garden beds [4].
Because Special Buys are released only on fixed days, Wednesdays and Saturdays, and sold strictly while stocks last, demand for standout items is expected to be high [2][3][9][10]. Given the pattern of past catalogue-driven traffic surges, the Large Dropover Greenhouse, Large Garden Bed, and Knitted Garden Hose are the most likely candidates to sell out quickly in suburban and regional stores [15].
Conclusion
Aldi’s latest move confirms a clear pattern: Aldi takes on Bunnings with gardening Special Buys from $6 starting tomorrow, using low entry prices, tight timing, and limited stock to draw shoppers away from bigger hardware chains. For anyone wanting the greenhouse, garden bed, or hose at these prices, arriving early on Saturday, 26 September, and checking the Special Buys Delays page beforehand is the safest strategy [3][5]. Those planning a bigger backyard overhaul should still compare Bunnings’ broader range, but for quick, budget-friendly spring upgrades, this Aldi drop is worth prioritising before stock runs out.
References
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