Back to the Roots 6qt Organic Potting Mix All Purpose: OMRI Certified, for Patio & Garden

A: Yes! The bag was filled with gnats and not my house is infested with fungus gnats. It’s been two weeks of trying to get rid of them.

A: Hi Ana! Organic potting mixes can sometimes attract or harbor fungus gnats, especially if they stay too moist for too long. Fungus gnats are drawn to damp, organic-rich environments where they can lay their eggs. It's not that the potting mix causes gnats directly — rather, it provides the kind of conditions (moisture + organic material) that gnats like if the mix is kept wet. To prevent gnats, it's important to let the top layer of the soil dry out between waterings, use good drainage, and consider adding a top dressing like sand or diatomaceous earth, which makes it harder for gnats to breed. Please feel free to reach out to contact@backtotheroots.com with questions or concerns. Our team is always happy to help!

A: Hi Shae! Yes, our Organic All-Purpose Potting Mix will work well for your avocado tree. If you have any questions or need help deciding, please reach out to us at contact@backtotheroots.com. We are always here to help!

A: Hi Sg! We’re truly sorry to hear about your experience and appreciate you bringing this to our attention. Fungus gnats can be a frustrating issue, and while they can sometimes occur with organic soils, they definitely shouldn't be swarming out of a freshly opened bag. To help us look into this, please email a clear photo of both the front and back of the potting mix bag to contact@backtotheroots.com so our production team can review it as part of our quality assurance process. We’d also be happy to share some tips for managing and eliminating fungus gnats in your space. It would be helpful to know if you noticed the gnats before using the soil or if they appeared after potting. Thank you again for reaching out — we’re here to help and want to make this right!

A: The recycled materials come from things like used paper or cardboard that have been reused. They help reduce waste and are safe to use. The potting mix is still fully certified organic for your garden!

A: Hi R! Yes, our Organic All-Purpose Potting Mix is safe for growing wheatgrass for pets like cats and dogs. We do recommend supervising your pets around the planter—especially if they tend to dig or eat soil. For added peace of mind, consider using a planter with a cover or mesh that lets the grass grow through while keeping the soil protected. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to us at contact@backtotheroots.com—we're always happy to help!

A: Hello! Our soils are made from processed forest products, coir, limestone, fertilizer, mycorrhizae, and moisture-balancing yucca. Depending on the soil bag, the organic fertilizers could have ingredients derived from milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, or soy. Please read through each soil bag's exact ingredients in case you have any allergies to any of these ingredients. If very severe, we'd recommend being careful using our soils & talking to a doctor first. Please feel free to send us an email to contact@backtotheroots.com with questions or concerns. We're here to help!

A: Hi Mic! We sell an organic, living soil that is not made with synthetic ingredients and has not been fumigated/sprayed with highly toxic chemicals or pesticides. Please reach out to contact@backtotheroots.com with further questions or concerns!

A: Hi Ilia! Our All-Purpose Potting Mix is more alkaline. Please reach out to contact@backtotheroots.com with further questions or concerns.

A: Hi JBM! It'll depend on the shape and depth of the planter, but you can find more information here, https://www.gardeners.com/how-to/soil-calculator/7558.html.