Back to the Roots 25.7qt Organic Potting Mix Premium Blend All Purpose: Soil for Flowers & House Plants, Peat-Free
$8.49 when purchased online
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About this item
Highlights
- Organic and peat-free potting mix for a home garden
- Potting soil for plants housed in a container or pot
- Contains plant food and pH balancing dolomitic limestone
- Includes Yucca Extract for moisture control
- Great for herbs, veggies, fruits, and flowers
- Perfect for practicing gardening at home
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- Guaranteed to Grow Promise
Description
Back to the Roots Organic All-Purpose Potting Mix is a great soil for herbs, veggies, fruits, and flowers in pots, in the ground, or in a raised bed or container! This soil blend contains all-purpose plant food to help grow bigger plants*, dolomitic limestone to adjust pH, and yucca extract (saponin) for moisture control. Our All-Purpose Potting Mix is peat-free, meaning that instead of imported peat, the base of our soils is made from upcycled plant matter and wood fines. The Back to the Roots Organic All-Purpose Potting Mix Specialty Blend is a great addition to your at-home gardening supplies!
Weight: 28 Pounds
Features: Organic, Peat-Free
Used For: Flowers, House Plants
Capacity (Volume): 1 cubic-ft
Maximum Coverage Area: 1 cubic-ft
TCIN: 87291753
UPC: 810667030810
Item Number (DPCI): 084-16-0156
Origin: Made in the USA
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Shipping details
Estimated ship dimensions: 26 inches length x 18 inches width x 3 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 28 pounds
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Q: I'm repotting a lot of houseplants, would the regular potting soil or houseplant potting soil be better. The regular comes in a larger bag but is it better to get the houseplant specific bag?
submitted by Katie - 10 months ago
A: I recommend the potting soil. I’m doing outside work too and thought I could sneak by with top soil. I did use the potting soil last year and preferred it for pots.
submitted byElizabeth - 10 months agoA: Is this well draining soil?
submitted byHannah - 5 days agoA: Hi Katie! We recommend using which soil would work for each specific plant since different plants have different needs. If you have any questions or would like further help deciding, please reach out to us at contact@backtotheroots.com.
submitted byBack to the Roots, Inc. - 10 months agoBrand expert
Q: Is this a well drained soil mix?
submitted by Hannah - 5 days ago
A: Hi Hannah! Great question. Yes, our Organic Potting Mix Premium Blend is designed to be well-draining. Our mix includes aged wood fines, which help promote aeration and support healthy drainage for your plants. If you have more questions or want help choosing the right mix for your needs, feel free to reach out to us at contact@backtotheroots.com — we’re happy to help!
submitted byBack to the Roots, Inc. - 4 days agoBrand expert
Q: What is the 0.11% wetting agent in this soil ??
submitted by GreensAndNettles - 3 months ago
A: Hi! The 0.11% wetting agent in Back to the Roots Organic Potting Mix is Yucca Extract, a natural surfactant derived from the yucca plant. It helps the soil absorb and retain moisture more effectively, ensuring better hydration for your plants. Please feel free to reach out to contact@backtotheroots.com with questions or concerns. Our team is here to help you grow!
submitted byBack to the Roots, Inc. - 3 months agoBrand expert
Q: Under specifications, it says this bag weighs 28 pounds, but you answered someone below me that this bag would weigh about 60 pounds. Which is correct? Thank you
submitted by Raven Rex H - 4 months ago
A: Hi Raven Rex! Thank you for your attention to detail. One cubic foot bag can weigh around 28 pounds. Please reach out to contact@backtotheroots.com with questions or concerns. We're always here to help!
submitted byBack to the Roots, Inc. - 4 months agoBrand expert
Q: Can I use this soil mix for small container gardening of vegetables on a patio?
submitted by Naz - 6 months ago
A: Hi Naz! Our Organic All-Purpose Potting Mix is perfect for container gardening. Remember that factors such as the soil composition, the container used, temperature, and light exposure can affect how quickly the soil retains or loses moisture. Please reach out to contact@backtotheroots.com with questions or concerns!
submitted byBack to the Roots, Inc. - 6 months agoBrand expert
Q: If left unopened, how long is this potting mix good for if stored in a garage (with no wet or moist conditions)?
submitted by Targetista1 - 10 months ago
A: Hi There! Unopened potting mix can last for about one to two years when stored in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture. Please reach out to contact@backtotheroots.com with further questions or concerns!
submitted byBack to the Roots, Inc. - 10 months agoBrand expert
Q: So I have a swiss cheese monstera that was completely smashed when someone broke into my house and want to try to save it .. what kind of soil would be best to replant the root in since its still aliv
submitted by Jay - 10 months ago
A: Hi Jay! We are sorry to hear your home was broken into and we hope everyone is okay. Our Organic All-Purpose Potting Mix should work well for your Swiss Cheese Monstera; they like good drainage and a neutral pH. Please reach out to contact@backtotheroots.com with any questions or concerns!
submitted byBack to the Roots, Inc. - 10 months agoBrand expert
Q: I'm growing cannabis plants in five gallon fabric containers. What is the NPK of this soil?
submitted by The Comfortable Queen - 1 year ago
A: Hi There! Our All-Purpose Potting Mix has an NPK of 0.18-0.04-0.04. Please feel free to reach out to contact@backtotheroots.com with questions or concerns!
submitted byBack to the Roots, Inc. - 1 year agoBrand expert
Q: Is this soil recommended for planting amaryllis bulbs? Thank you.
submitted by Kris - 1 year ago
A: Hi Kris! Our All-Purpose Potting Mix should work great for amaryllis bulbs; you want a quick-draining soil. You could even add some perlite to help add extra drainage with any larger wood pieces. Please reach out to contact@backtotheroots.com with questions or concerns.
submitted byBack to the Roots, Inc. - 1 year agoBrand expert
Q: What is the Ph level of this soil?
submitted by Very Pleased - 1 year ago
A: Hi There! Our All-Purpose Potting Mix has a more neutral pH, less acidic, more alkaline. Please reach out to contact@backtotheroots.com with questions or concerns.
submitted byBack to the Roots, Inc. - 1 year agoBrand expert
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quality: 2.51 out of 5
value: 2.7 out of 5
33% would recommend
306 recommendations
Full if gnats!
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
PK - 2 days ago, Verified purchaser
The soil was full of gnats
Toxic soil
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
J - 5 days ago, Verified purchaser
This soil killed all of my flowers... Finally I use miracle pro instead.
1 reply from Back to the Roots, Inc. team - 4 days ago
Hi J! We’re really sorry to hear that your flowers didn’t thrive — we know how disappointing that can be. Our organic potting mix is crafted with natural, living ingredients and no synthetic chemicals, which can sometimes behave a bit differently than conventional soils like Miracle-Gro. Organic soils often require a slightly different care approach, especially when it comes to watering, feeding, and drainage. We’d love the opportunity to help troubleshoot and understand what might have gone wrong. When you have a moment, please email us at contact@backtotheroots.com with a few photos of the soil and your plants, along with some details about your care routine (watering frequency, location, type of plants, etc.). Our team would be happy to dig into it with you and help find a solution! Thank you again for trying our soil — we’d love a chance to turn your experience around.
Infected with gnats
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Tmxhepg - 6 days ago, Verified purchaser
I was looking for to buy premium potting mix instead of miracle grow. The potting soil arrived terribly infected with fungus gnats and started an infestation with my house plants. I didn’t even open the bag. After the bag been sitting indoor and unopened for a whole month, gnats are still flying out of there. What a nightmare.
1 reply from Back to the Roots, Inc. team - 4 days ago
Hi there! We’re really sorry to hear about the fungus gnats and understand how frustrating that must be. Fungus gnats can sometimes be associated with organic soils because they contain natural, composted ingredients that occasionally attract these pests. However, they definitely shouldn’t be present in large numbers when the bag arrives or before it’s opened. To help us investigate, could you please email us at contact@backtotheroots.com with clear photos of the full front and back of the bag? This will help our quality control team review the batch. We’d also be happy to send you a replacement to make this right. Thanks for giving our product a try — we appreciate the chance to help you have a better experience.
Don't buy
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Solares m - 6 days ago, Verified purchaser
This soil infested my whole house and all my plants with bugs
1 reply from Back to the Roots, Inc. team - 4 days ago
Hi Solares m! We’re very sorry to hear about the bugs and the trouble you’re experiencing. That definitely isn’t what we want for our customers or their plants. To help us understand and address this, could you please email us at contact@backtotheroots.com with details about the bugs you’re seeing, along with clear photos of the front and back of the bag? We’d be happy to look into this further and send a replacement if needed. Thank you for bringing this to our attention — we want to make this right!
Don't buy
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Mike W - 7 days ago
The soil contains fungus gnats. Now I’m battling an infestation. The soil is also very chunky, mostly wood chips. Do not buy.
1 reply from Back to the Roots, Inc. team - 4 days ago
Hi Mike W! Thanks for sharing your feedback. We’re sorry to hear about the fungus gnats and understand how frustrating an infestation can be. Because our potting mix uses aged wood fines to improve aeration and drainage, you might notice some chunkier texture compared to other soils. This natural ingredient helps support long-term soil health by encouraging healthy root growth and preventing compaction. Fungus gnats can sometimes appear in organic soils since they’re made with natural materials, but they shouldn’t be present in large numbers when you first open the bag. To help us investigate, please email us at contact@backtotheroots.com with: Clear photos of the soil Photos of the full front and back of the bag Details about your care routine Whether you noticed the gnats before or after using the soil We’re happy to troubleshoot with you and send a replacement if needed. Thanks again for giving our soil a try — we want to help make this right!
Gnat Infested
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Jason48238 - 7 days ago, Verified purchaser
Infested with gnats! Do not recommend this potting mix. Four weeks after using it, I'm still trying to get rid of all the gnats in my house.
1 reply from Back to the Roots, Inc. team - 4 days ago
Hi Jason48238! We’re sorry to hear about the ongoing issue with fungus gnats — we understand how frustrating this can be. Fungus gnats are a common challenge with organic potting mixes because they contain natural, composted ingredients that can sometimes attract these pests. However, they shouldn’t cause a prolonged infestation, and we want to help you get this resolved. When you have a moment, please email us at contact@backtotheroots.com with clear photos of the front and back of your potting mix bag, along with details about your plant care routine (watering habits, light conditions, etc.). This information will help us troubleshoot and ensure quality control. We’d be happy to offer tips for managing gnats and send a replacement if needed. Thank you for your feedback — we want to make this right!
Fungus gnats don't buy!!
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Suzyq - 9 days ago, Verified purchaser
Fungus gnats I wish I’d never bought this soil
1 reply from Back to the Roots, Inc. team - 8 days ago
Hi Suzyq! We’re really sorry to hear about your experience—and totally understand how frustrating fungus gnats can be. Fungus gnats are a common issue with all indoor soils, especially organic ones, because they thrive in moist, nutrient-rich environments. The good news is that they don’t harm your plants, and there are safe, natural ways to control them—like letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings or using sticky traps or neem oil. We’d love to look into this further to make sure everything about your bag was up to our standards. If you’re open to it, could you send us a photo of the front and back of the bag to contact@backtotheroots.com? That will help us investigate and support you more directly. Thanks again for bringing this to our attention—we’re here to help!
Fungus Gnats
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
MD22 - 10 days ago, Verified purchaser
Fungus gnat infestation from this potting mix as others have said. Avoid this brand.
1 reply from Back to the Roots, Inc. team - 10 days ago
Hello! Thanks for sharing your experience. We understand how frustrating fungus gnats can be—they can sometimes appear in any organic soil due to the natural materials and moisture levels involved. To help us better understand your situation and offer advice, could you please send photos of the front and back of your potting mix bag, as well as some details about your plant care routine (watering frequency, light conditions, etc.)? You can email them to contact@backtotheroots.com. We’re committed to helping you get the best results from our products and would love to assist you in managing this issue!
Do not buy
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Gina - 18 days ago, Verified purchaser
Awful experience, both bags I got ended up having fungal fly eggs and about 1-2 days after potting, my plants were INFESTED. One of my plants of 5 years is suffering due to the infestation, and I’m so bummed. I am having a really hard time treating the soil and getting rid of them because there are soooo many. Poor quality soil overall.
1 reply from Back to the Roots, Inc. team - 18 days ago
Hi Gina, we’re so sorry to hear about your experience—that’s incredibly frustrating, especially when it impacts a plant you’ve cared for for years. Thank you for bringing it to our attention. Fungus gnats can sometimes appear in organic potting soils, as they’re naturally attracted to warm, moist environments and can hatch from dormant eggs that exist in many organic materials. While they don’t harm plants directly, they’re definitely a nuisance and can be difficult to manage once they’re active indoors. We’d love to take a closer look at what happened and help however we can. Could you please email us at contact@backtotheroots.com with photos of the front and back of the soil bags? Our team can help identify the issue and offer some treatment tips—and of course, we’re happy to make this right. Thanks again for reaching out. We’re here to support you and your plants!
Disappointed.
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
ko3636 - 1 month ago, Verified purchaser
Bought for container gardening. The plants (flowers and vegetables) are barely alive in this soil, not growing or producing any flowers or vegetables.
1 reply from Back to the Roots, Inc. team - 1 month ago
Hello! We’re really sorry to hear that your plants aren’t thriving—thank you for bringing this to our attention. That’s not the experience we want for our growers, and we’d love the chance to help troubleshoot and make things right. Could you please email us at contact@backtotheroots.com with a few details? Specifically, it would be really helpful if you could include: Photos of the plants and the soil The front and back of the soil bag(s) A brief overview of your care routine (watering frequency, sunlight exposure, container size, etc.) This information will help our team better understand what’s going on and guide you toward the best next steps. We’re here to help and hope to hear from you soon!
Do not buy for gardening
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
JcPlatt - 1 month ago, Verified purchaser
Horrible mix of 95% shredded hard wood, and sand. No soil, perlite, compost, hummus, peat moss, vermiculite or other beneficial inputs or components. Large chunks of wood the size of my hand were also prominent in the mix.
1 reply from Back to the Roots, Inc. team - 1 month ago
Hello JcPlatt! Thank you for your feedback, and we’re really sorry to hear about your experience. Our soil is peat-free by design—we intentionally avoid using peat moss to help protect fragile peatland ecosystems. Instead, we focus on using renewable, organic materials that support healthy soil biology and sustainable gardening. That said, what you’re describing doesn’t sound right to us. We'd love to take a closer look—could you please send photos of the soil, along with clear shots of the front and back of the bag, to contact@backtotheroots.com? This will help our team investigate and make things right. Thanks again for bringing this to our attention—we’re here to help and appreciate you growing with us.
Not a fan, nor are my plants
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
HennyPenny - 1 month ago, Verified purchaser
This product is still leaking what looks to be brown dye. My tomato plants aren’t growing. I’m going to repot with something else.
1 reply from Back to the Roots, Inc. team - 1 month ago
Hello! We're really sorry to hear about your experience and want to help make things right. It sounds like something isn’t quite working as expected, and we’d love to learn more about how you’re using the plant food so we can troubleshoot together. Could you please email us at contact@backtotheroots.com with some photos of your tomato plants and details on how you're using the product? Our team is here to support you every step of the way!
Woody Soil
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
bibliophile81 - 1 month ago, Verified purchaser
This is woody soil full of mushrooms. My plants are not thriving, in spite of having appropriate water and sunlight.
1 reply from Back to the Roots, Inc. team - 1 month ago
Hello! Thank you for your feedback — and we're sorry to hear your plants aren't thriving. What you're seeing in the soil is likely mushrooms or their mycelium, which are a natural and beneficial part of organic soil. They help break down organic matter and actually support healthy plant growth. While they can look surprising, they're not harmful to your plants. That said, we definitely want to understand what's going on and help you get the best results. If you're willing, please reach out to us at contact@backtotheroots.com with photos of your plants, as well as some info on how you're caring for them (watering schedule, sunlight exposure, and any fertilizers used). Our team would love to support you further.
Good concept, bad bugs
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Tiqueybird - 2 months ago, Verified purchaser
Gnats were swarming out of the bag when I opened it.
1 reply from Back to the Roots, Inc. team - 2 months ago
Hello! We're so sorry to hear about your experience — that’s definitely not what we expect from our soil. Our soils are 100% organic, which can occasionally attract pests, but we want to make this right. Please reach out to us at contact@backtotheroots.com with photos of the front and back of the bag, and our team will be happy to help resolve this for you.
No
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Fam - 2 months ago, Verified purchaser
Ummmm... both bags were moldy dirt, bro... so much so, that I almost wonder if it killed my raspberries.
1 reply from Back to the Roots, Inc. team - 2 months ago
Hello! Thank you for sharing your experience — we're really sorry to hear about the condition of the soil and the impact it may have had on your raspberries. That’s definitely not what we aim for. Our Organic Garden Soil is made from living, composted materials, so occasionally you might see natural microbial activity that looks like white fuzz or mold. While this is generally part of a healthy soil ecosystem, it shouldn’t be excessive or foul-smelling — and it certainly shouldn’t harm plants. We’d really appreciate the chance to look into this further. Could you please send us photos of the soil and the front and back of the bag to contact@backtotheroots.com? This will help our team investigate and offer the right support — and if something’s off, we’ll absolutely make it right. Thanks again for bringing this to our attention!
Great soil for my potted plants
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Kels94 - 2 months ago, Verified purchaser
I've been using this potting soil for the past 4 years now and it's worked beautifully. My plants stay alive and seem to love it. I've use it in my rose bushes and they've bloomed every year.
1 reply from Back to the Roots, Inc. team - 2 months ago
Hi Kels94! Wow — thank you for being a loyal grower for the past 4 years! We’re so happy to hear that your plants (and especially your roses!) are thriving with our potting soil. It means a lot to know it’s been a part of your gardening success. If you ever have questions or want to share more of your garden story, we’d love to hear from you at contact@backtotheroots.com. Happy growing and thanks again for your support!
Good quality product.
5 out of 5 stars
srishtic_8907 - 2 months ago
originally posted on influenster.com
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Value for money, great quality soil. I was able to grow some herbs in it and that worked out really well. Very effective and packaging was easy. Overall good quality.
Horrible!
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
MissM12 - 2 months ago
Absolutely horrible! Had fungus gnats within a day, my whole house was filled with them.
1 reply from Back to the Roots, Inc. team - 2 months ago
Hello! We’re so sorry to hear about your experience — that’s definitely not what we want for our customers. While organic soils can sometimes attract fungus gnats due to their natural ingredients, your situation sounds extreme and we’d really like to make it right. Please email us at contact@backtotheroots.com so we can help resolve this for you. We truly appreciate your feedback and the chance to improve your experience.
Fungus Soil!
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Momof4 - 2 months ago
Mine had yellow mold/fungus growing inside the bag! Returning!
1 reply from Back to the Roots, Inc. team - 2 months ago
Hello! We're so sorry to hear about what you found in your soil — we completely understand your concern. Sometimes what looks like mold can actually be natural mycelial growth, which is part of the normal decomposition process in soil. That said, we'd love to take a closer look. When you have a moment, please email us at contact@backtotheroots.com with photos of what you saw inside the bag. Our team will be happy to help and make things right!
Vegies
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Cbino - 2 months ago, Verified purchaser
Love this dirt feeds my tomato plants