Back to the Roots 6qt Organic Indoor Potting Mix For Houseplants Specialty Mix: Perlite, Coconut Coir, Mycorrhizae
$9.99 when purchased online
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About this item
Highlights
- Organic and peat-free potting mix for a home garden
- Potting soil for indoor plants housed in a container or pot
- Plant blend contains perlite to support fast drainage and root-boosting mycorrhizae
- Includes pH-balancing dolomitic limestone
- Includes coconut coir and yucca extract for moisture control
- Perfect for practicing gardening at home
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Description
Back to the Roots Organic Indoor Potting Mix Specialty Blend is specially formulated for indoor potted plants. In addition to organic all-purpose plant food, this specialty blend contains perlite for aeration and drainage, coconut coir and yucca extract for moisture control, and dolomitic limestone to help adjust pH. Plus, it has one of nature's most powerful growing ingredients: root-boosting mycorrhizae. Since it's made without bark or compost, it's less prone to indoor gnats. Like all Back to the Roots garden products, this potting soil is peat-free, so it doesn't contribute to harmful greenhouse emissions like some other brands. Pair this soil mix with other Back to the Roots plant products, like seeds, potting soils, and plant foods, for a completely organic solution. The Back to the Roots Organic Indoor Potting Mix Specialty Blend is a great addition to your at-home gardening supplies!
Weight: 4.5 Pounds
Used For: Flowers, House Plants
Capacity (Volume): 6 Quart
Features: Organic, Peat-Free
Maximum Coverage Area: .41 Square Feet
TCIN: 86183172
UPC: 810667032289
Item Number (DPCI): 084-16-2860
Origin: Made in the USA
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Shipping details
Estimated ship dimensions: 4.42 inches length x 11.88 inches width x 14.34 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 4.85 pounds
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Q: Plz list the ingredients here for everyone to access, rather than asking us to call or email you, thank you
submitted by kermit - 8 days ago
A: Hi there! Our Organic Indoor Potting Mix is regionally formulated with coir, processed forest products, sand, perlite, dolomitic limestone (for pH), poultry litter, feather meal, sulfate of potash, fertilizer, mycorrhizae, and yucca extract. Let us know if you have more questions — we're happy to help at contact@backtotheroots.com!
submitted byBack to the Roots, Inc. - 8 days agoBrand expert
Q: Plz list the ingredients here for everyone to access, rather than asking us to call you, thank you
submitted by kermit - 8 days ago
A: Hi there! Our Organic Indoor Potting Mix is regionally formulated with coir, processed forest products, sand, perlite, dolomitic limestone (for pH), poultry litter, feather meal, sulfate of potash, fertilizer, mycorrhizae, and yucca extract. Let us know if you have more questions — we're happy to help at contact@backtotheroots.com!
submitted byBack to the Roots, Inc. - 8 days agoBrand expert
Q: Would you plz list the full ingredients here, they're way too tiny to see in the picture, thank you
submitted by kermit - 8 days ago
A: Hi there! Our Organic Indoor Potting Mix is regionally formulated with coir, processed forest products, sand, perlite, dolomitic limestone (for pH), poultry litter, feather meal, sulfate of potash, fertilizer, mycorrhizae, and yucca extract. Let us know if you have more questions — we're happy to help at contact@backtotheroots.com!
submitted byBack to the Roots, Inc. - 8 days agoBrand expert
Q: If this contains chicken manure, crab meal, or other animal products would you plz specify which here? thank you
submitted by kermit - 12 days ago
A: Hi there! Thanks so much for your question! Our Organic Indoor Potting Mix is crafted with natural and organic ingredients, and we’d be happy to provide you with the full list so you can feel confident about what’s going into your plants. Please feel free to reach out to us at contact@backtotheroots.com, and our team will gladly send over the detailed ingredients list for any of our soils, including whether they contain animal-based products like chicken manure or crab meal. Looking forward to hearing from you!
submitted byBack to the Roots, Inc. - 11 days agoBrand expert
Q: Is this OMRI Certified? Would you plz list the full ingredients here?
submitted by kermit - 12 days ago
A: Hi there! Thanks for your question! Our Organic Indoor Potting Mix is not OMRI certified, but it is certified organic through OIM (Organic Input Material registration) in California. The full list of ingredients is printed on the back of the bag. For more details, feel free to reach out to us at contact@backtotheroots.com — we’re happy to help! — The Back to the Roots Team
submitted byBack to the Roots, Inc. - 12 days agoBrand expert
Q: Is this good for indoor snake plant ?
submitted by Debbie - 1 month ago
A: Hi Debbie! Yes, you can absolutely use our Organic Indoor Potting Mix for a snake plant! Snake plants do prefer well-draining soil, and while our coir-based mix retains some moisture, you can improve drainage by mixing in a bit of extra perlite or coarse sand. This helps prevent soggy soil and reduces the risk of root rot. If you have any questions or need more help, feel free to reach out to us at contact@backtotheroots.com—we’re always happy to help!
submitted byBack to the Roots, Inc. - 1 month agoBrand expert
Q: Would this be good soil to plant a Japanese maple in?
submitted by GrandmaA - 2 months ago
A: Hello! Thanks for your question! The Back to the Roots Organic Indoor Potting Mix is specially formulated for indoor houseplants, so it's best suited for container-grown plants typically kept inside, like herbs, leafy greens, or decorative indoor plants. Japanese maples, on the other hand, generally thrive in outdoor environments and prefer a slightly acidic, well-draining soil with a loamy texture. While you could use this mix for a small Japanese maple in a container temporarily, especially indoors, it's not optimized for their long-term health and growth outdoors. If you have any other questions or need help choosing the right product, feel free to reach out to us at contact@backtotheroots.com — we’re happy to help!
submitted byBack to the Roots, Inc. - 2 months agoBrand expert
Q: Can this be used with succulents?
submitted by Disappointed Mom - 3 months ago
A: Hello! While our Organic Indoor Potting Mix for Houseplants is suitable for succulents, we recommend using our Organic Succulent & Cacti Mix for the best results. If you have any questions or need further assistance, feel free to contact us at contact@backtotheroots.com — our team is happy to help!
submitted byBack to the Roots, Inc. - 3 months agoBrand expert
Q: Hi there, would this be a good choice for Pothos roots. I’ve grown some in water for about a year.
submitted by Liliana - 3 months ago
A: HI Liliana! Yes, our Organic Indoor Potting Mix would be a great choice for your Pothos! Since it’s made of coconut coir and perlite, it’s light, well-draining, and holds just enough moisture — perfect for transitioning Pothos that have been grown in water. The mix will help the roots adjust from water to soil without getting too compacted or staying too soggy, which are common problems when moving water-grown plants into regular soil. Please feel free to reach out to contact@backtotheroots.com with questions or concerns. Our team is here to help!
submitted byBack to the Roots, Inc. - 3 months agoBrand expert
Q: Does this soil contain bat guano?
submitted by Morgan - 3 months ago
A: Hi Morgan! Our Organic Indoor Potting Mix does not contain bat guano. Please don't hesitate to reach out to us at contact@backtotheroots.com if you have more questions or need help. Our team is always happy to help!
submitted byBack to the Roots, Inc. - 3 months agoBrand expert
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The product has received mixed feedback from guests, with some praising its organic composition and moisture retention, while others express concerns about pests and poor quality. Many guests appreciate its lightweight and fluffy texture, which aids in plant growth, especially for indoor plants. However, issues like fungus gnats and inconsistent quality have led to dissatisfaction. Overall, it seems to work well for some plants but may not be suitable for all.
Summary created by AI from text of reviews reflecting recent feedback provided across different star ratings (includes incentivized reviews)
3.9 out of 5 stars with 229 reviews
quality: 3.2 out of 5
value: 3 out of 5
50% would recommend
85 recommendations
Great buy
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
KW - 15 days ago, Verified purchaser
Great potting mix! Love that it's organic. Has worked well for my plants
1 reply from Back to the Roots, Inc. team - 15 days ago
Hi KW! Thank you for your kind words and for trying out our Organic Indoor Potting Mix. We look forward to growing with you, and if you have any questions or trouble, please reach out to contact@backtotheroots.com. We're always here to support you on your gardening journey!
Looks like I got sheds from a dog.
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Balls of dry soil - 15 days ago
If I could give it 0 stars I would. It looks like a street dog was shaved and I was given its hair in a bag and sold as “organic potting soil”. HORRIBLE experience with this dirt and for the price I expected more. Do not recommend.
1 reply from Back to the Roots, Inc. team - 15 days ago
Hello there! We're really sorry to hear about your experience — that definitely doesn't sound up to our standards, and we appreciate you bringing it to our attention. We take quality issues seriously, and your feedback helps us continue to improve. When you have a moment, could you please email us at contact@backtotheroots.com with a few photos of the soil itself, as well as clear, full shots of both the front and back of the bag? This will help our quality control team look into what may have gone wrong. We’d also be happy to help with a replacement or work toward a solution that makes this right. Thanks again for reaching out — we’re here to help!
Swindled?
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
LunaBellaNoche - 24 days ago, Verified purchaser
I have bought this soil before and recently bought two new bags…. I barely got any soil in the new bags! Less than half of the bag each! It doesn’t even make one full bag if you place them together. Mind you, I haven’t opened the bags because I am going to return them to Target. Also the bags looked beat up and the seal looks like they got resealed? Target… what is going on? I haven’t made these many returns before. Quality of everything is going down. Even the clothing. And they are more expensive!!
1 reply from Back to the Roots, Inc. team - 22 days ago
Hello there! We’re so sorry to hear about your recent experience — that definitely doesn’t sound right, and we appreciate you bringing it to our attention. Our bags should always be filled to the proper weight and sealed securely, so we'd love to look into this further with you. If you're open to it, could you please send photos of the bags — including the front and back — to contact@backtotheroots.com? Even if you haven’t opened them, this info will really help our team investigate what went wrong and work with our retail partners to make it right. Thanks again for letting us know, and we hope to make this right for you.
Plants dying in this soil
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Albert G - 30 days ago, Verified purchaser
I have grown houseplants for years and this is by far the worst potting soil. It retains moisture for days- weeks even. I’ve added perlite and orchid bark mix to help and none of that has worked. My plants in this soil have declined significantly versus those in another soil. Do not recommend.
1 reply from Back to the Roots, Inc. team - 29 days ago
Hi Albert, thank you so much for your feedback—we're really sorry to hear about your experience with our Indoor Potting Mix. We completely understand how concerning it is to see your plants decline, especially when you’ve put in so much care. Our Organic Indoor Potting Mix (0.08-0.03-0.03) is designed to retain moisture to support consistent hydration, especially for tropical houseplants, but we know every growing environment is different. Things like light, temperature, pot size, and drainage can all affect how quickly the soil dries out. We'd love to learn more so we can help troubleshoot and support you and your plants. Would you mind emailing us at contact@backtotheroots.com with: Photos of your plants Details about how you’re caring for them (watering habits, light conditions, drainage, and pots used) We’re here to help however we can and would love the chance to turn your experience around. Thanks again for reaching out!
Soil
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
CAM - 1 month ago, Verified purchaser
Seems to be good for my indoor plants. They have stayed healthy.
1 reply from Back to the Roots, Inc. team - 1 month ago
Hi Cam! Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re so glad to hear your indoor plants are staying healthy with our Organic Indoor Potting Mix for Houseplants. If you ever have any questions or need support along the way, feel free to reach out to us at contact@backtotheroots.com. Happy growing!
As others have said, awful potting mix
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Okie - 1 month ago, Verified purchaser
I would zero stars if I could. Every single plant I potted up using this soil has died. Lots of mushrooms grew as soon as I planted with this as well. But even plant varieties I’ve always had good luck with died shortly after being planted in this awful mix.
1 reply from Back to the Roots, Inc. team - 1 month ago
Hi there! We're really sorry to hear about your experience — that sounds incredibly frustrating, especially when you're used to success with those plants. We’d love the opportunity to help troubleshoot and make things right. If you’re open to it, please email us at contact@backtotheroots.com with photos of the plants and soil, as well as some details about your care routine — like how often you're watering, the types of plants, and their light conditions. That’ll help us better understand what may have gone wrong. As for the mushrooms — they can definitely be surprising! The good news is that mushrooms are a natural part of organic soil and show that it's biologically active. They’re not harmful to your plants and usually disappear on their own. But we totally understand how off-putting they can be, and we’re happy to share tips on managing them. Thanks again for your feedback — we're here to help however we can.
Do not recommend
2 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Ees4sjp - 2 months ago, Verified purchaser
Very strange consistency. Won’t be buying again.
1 reply from Back to the Roots, Inc. team - 1 month ago
Hello! Thanks for your feedback—we're sorry to hear the potting mix didn’t meet your expectations. Our Indoor Potting Mix has a unique, peat-free blend that may feel different from traditional soils, but it’s designed to support healthy root growth and indoor plant success. If you ran into any issues or would like help using it, we’d love to assist! Please feel free to reach out to us at contact@backtotheroots.com with any questions or concerns. Thanks again for giving it a try—we’re here if you need us! – The Back to the Roots Team
Not My Favorite
2 out of 5 stars
jenemc2320ba6_3457 - 3 months ago
originally posted on influenster.com
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This product is definitely not my favorite. Although, I could repot a plant with this product, the plant died within a week. The packaging of the product was fine. I would not recommend this product.
DO NOT BUY
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Leia - 3 months ago, Verified purchaser
Infested with bugs LITERALLY CRAWLING
1 reply from Back to the Roots, Inc. team - 3 months ago
Hi Leia! We're so sorry to hear about your experience and truly appreciate you bringing it to our attention. While bugs are not typical in our Organic Indoor Potting Mix, we take concerns like this very seriously. When you have a moment, please email us at contact@backtotheroots.com with photos or a video of the issue, along with images of the front and back of the bag. Our team would love the opportunity to make this right for you.
Makes my plants happy!
5 out of 5 stars
rendy929_6288 - 3 months ago
originally posted on influenster.com
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Perfect mix for my plants. Great value and easy to handle small package. I repotted some plants, and they are thriving. GREAT nutrients in this product.
Dirt
5 out of 5 stars
natashas8b2f_2442 - 4 months ago
originally posted on influenster.com
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Nice moist dirt. You packaging is sleek & simple. Good value for the price. Seems to be perfect for house plants, very durable. I will Be purchasing for this brand
It’s more of a topper.
3 out of 5 stars
mdshrp_6438 - 4 months ago
originally posted on influenster.com
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I liked this potting soil as a topper for my indoor plants but it definitely needed some help with other dirt to hold the plants upright. I would say you get a decent amount of product for the price.
This indoor mix was perfect!
5 out of 5 stars
adrianl55_7286 - 4 months ago
originally posted on influenster.com
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This indoor mix was perfect for what I was looking for. My wife had just began growing herbs in our house and this worked wonders for growth. She was also able to use it on indoor plants she needed to repot.
Organic potting mix
4 out of 5 stars
sasha10_627 - 5 months ago
originally posted on influenster.com
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is an organic potting mix formulated for indoor plants. It is light and has an earthy smell. I used it for my peace lily plant, and as of now, it seems to be working fine. This blend also has organic food mixed to feed the plant. The only thing that I'm not too fond of is the way it clumps. But if my plant is happy, I am happy.
Organic soil for indoor plants
4 out of 5 stars
megan__6439 - 5 months ago
originally posted on influenster.com
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I was excited to see that this soil is supposed to be great for indoor houseplants. It has been optimized for drainage and aeration and has ingredients to promote growth. I replanted a pothos and the soil blend is dry, fluffy and comprised of an organic and peat-free mix. I took a star off because it didn’t come packaged inside anything other than the bag holding the soil and there was some delivery wear and tear on the bag (luckily no tears). Looking forward to seeing its benefits long term and repotting some of my other indoor plants.
Impressive organic potting soil
5 out of 5 stars
venerandoa_4398 - 5 months ago
originally posted on influenster.com
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I am impressed that this potting soil is tailored to meet the needs of indoor plants, which comprise the majority of my plant collection. Moreover, its organic composition is a significant benefit. The soil's quantity is adequate for four 6-inch pots, representing a great value. The soil also exhibits ease of use during replanting, as it does not stick to the roots, a characteristic that distinguishes it from other soils I have used.
Versatile and high performing soil
5 out of 5 stars
betty4life_6229 - 5 months ago
originally posted on influenster.com
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Tis the season for repotting your indoor plants! Love this organic blend of soil, I was able to to repot a few of my smaller plants and I appreciate how eco friendly this soil is and the value for such a high quality soil. Worked very well and love how versatile this product can be for different plants.
Great soil!
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
BB - 9 months ago
I really like the composition and draining qualities of this soil!! Definitely helps keep several of my indoor plants alive by avoiding the dreaded root rot! I also really really like that it does not seem to attract or become a breeding ground for gnats or other pesky pests. My only dislike is that the soil really needs worked in a bit at first, but that’s moreso a personal aesthetic preference.
1 reply from Back to the Roots, Inc. team - 9 months ago
Hi BB! We're so glad to hear you like our Organic Indoor Potting Mix and that your plants are too. If you have any questions or trouble with it, please reach out to us at contact@backtotheroots.com. We're here to help you grow!
Buy the dirt
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
JLS06 - 9 months ago
Bought my plant back to life! I’ve had a Peace Lilly for 18 months and put just enough dirt at the top of the pot and it started sprouting more leaves! I plan to buy more when I repot it in the spring
1 reply from Back to the Roots, Inc. team - 9 months ago
Hi JLS06! We're thrilled our Indoor Potting Mix has worked well for your Peace Lily. :) We also have a great Indoor Plant Food to help your plant thrive further. If you have any issues with our soil or questions, please reach out to us at contact@backtotheroots.com. We're here to help you grow!
Its a no from me dog
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Jacevedo - 11 months ago, Verified purchaser
Mostly coco coir and will do nothing but cause root rot. Only get this if you want to add it to a super chunky mix.
1 reply from Back to the Roots, Inc. team - 11 months ago
Hi Jacevedo! We are sorry you're having trouble with our Indoor Potting Mix. This is not common with our mix. We would love to help you troubleshoot and grow in our soil. Please reach out to us at contact@backtotheroots.com!