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$5.69When purchased online

About this item

Highlights

  • Grows Plants Twice as Big!®* *vs. unfed plants
  • Feeds up to 6 months
  • More blooms for more color* *vs. unfed plants
  • For indoor and outdoor container plants
  • For use in containers

Specifications

Weight: 6.65 Pounds
Capacity (Volume): 8 Quart
Used For: House Plants, Plants, Growing Flowers, Growing Vegetables, Flowers
Maximum Coverage Area: 100 Square Feet
TCIN: 13983742
UPC: 132247567838
Item Number (DPCI): 084-16-0301
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported

Description

Your plants want to show off. Give indoor and outdoor container plants the right ingredients to grow bigger and more beautiful with Miracle-Gro® Potting Mix. Our specially formulated mix feeds for up to 6 months for more blooms and more color*. Use with indoor and outdoor container plants. Grows Plants Twice as Big!®* *vs. unfed plants
If the item details above aren’t accurate or complete, we want to know about it.

Shipping details

Estimated ship dimensions: 17 inches length x 10.5 inches width x 4 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 5.4 pounds

Return details

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Q: Can leftover potting mix be saved and stored for months at a time?

submitted by chrisp - 6 years ago
  • A: I have done this and it does tend to dry out.

    submitted byKBD - 6 years ago
  • A: I wouldn’t recommend it unless you can seal the bag very well. My bag was taped closed but somehow flies/ moths got in and were able to breed. I kept the bag rolled up and taped. It was also stored in an indoor utility closet. Soil definitely wasn’t dry but was infested in a months time.

    submitted byShiberu - 6 years ago
  • A: Yes. Our Miracle grow Premium Potting Mix can be stored indefinitely. Simply tape or roll top of potting soil bags shut. If you have additional questions or want more information, please contact us. The following link will take you to our contact page: http://tinyurl.com/noc5mcg

    submitted byScottsCustomerCare - 6 years ago
    Brand expert
  • A: I twist & seal with a tie or ribber band or get a big plastic storage container to use just for this.

    submitted bylafcom - 3 years ago
  • A: I keep a bag of potting soil until it is used up and that may take up to a year. There is nothing the matter with it, just add some water and the proper fertilizer and everything will be fine.

    submitted byTexas Lady - 6 years ago

Q: Can this potting soil be used with orchids?

submitted by Nicole - 6 years ago
  • A: I would use the Miracle Gro Potting mix because it is what I would have on hand but as of now I do not own an orchid. I would try to Google up some professional help or stop by a nursery for answers.

    submitted byTexas Lady - 6 years ago
  • A: No. The potting media used for orchids are chosen to imitate “life on a rainforest tree.” Most common types of orchid potting mix consist primarily of small pieces of fir bark that's main function is to stabilize the plant and promote root growth. We would recommend one of our two Miracle-Gro Orchid Potting Mix products, one that is a course blend and one a fine blend. Please do not hesitate to contact us if we can be of any additional help to you. Our phone number is 877-220-3089 and we ask that you please refer to your review when calling.

    submitted byScottsCustomerCare - 6 years ago
    Brand expert

Q: Can I use miracle grow potting mix for a Yoga plant ?

submitted by Edward - 17 days ago
  • A: Thank you for your interest in our products. We are not aware of a plant called a Yoga plant; you are welcome to reach out to us at https://miraclegro.com/en-us/contact-us for further assistance.

    submitted byMiracle-Gro Consumer Services - 13 days ago
    Brand expert

Q: SHould I use this with my Peace Lily?

submitted by need2no - 1 year ago
  • A: Miracle-Gro Potting Mix can be used for potting ornamental plants.

    submitted byMiracle-Gro Consumer Services - 1 year ago
    Brand expert

Q: I just received a small Umbrella plant that's in a 4" pot. It is pretty full (the planter) and I want to transplant it into a bigger pot. Would this be the right kind of soil to use for that?

submitted by Sandie - 1 year ago
  • A: Miracle-Gro Premium Potting Mix is safe for potting all ornamental plants.

    submitted byMiracle-Gro Consumer Services - 1 year ago
    Brand expert

Q: Is this potting mix suitable for calatheas?

submitted by Marina - 2 years ago
  • A: Miracle-Gro Potting Mix is safe for potting ornamental plants in containers.

    submitted byMiracle-Gro Consumer Services - 2 years ago
    Brand expert

Q: Would this potting soil be acceptable to use with succulents?

submitted by Mothgirl - 3 years ago
  • A: Mothgirl, yes, you can use the Miracle Gro Potting Mix to plant succulents.

    submitted byMiracle-Gro Consumer Services - 3 years ago
    Brand expert

Q: Am planting germinated seeds in dirt. Plants grown this year have died from Hail then 107 deg temp. Need a cheat. Would it be better to mix this with dirt(Dusty holds water but solidifies in heat) or lay over my dirt(not soil)?

submitted by MrTonySir - 3 years ago
  • A: Thank you for your question regarding Miracle-Gro Premium Potting Mix. We would be more than glad to recommend you a product that will better suit your needs. At your earliest convenience, please contact us at http://tinyurl.com/noc5mcg.

    submitted byMiracle-Gro Consumer Services - 3 years ago
    Brand expert

Q: can this potting soil be used for herb small garden

submitted by sue - 3 years ago
  • A: All Miracle-Gro Potting soils/mixes can be use for planting edibles (fruits and vegetables and herbs) in containers or raised beds.

    submitted byMiracle-Gro Consumer Services - 3 years ago
    Brand expert

Q: Why don’t you list the ingredients?

submitted by Ro - 3 years ago
  • A: We appreciate your interest in Miracle-Gro Premium Potting Mix. This product is formulated from one or more of the following: processed forest products, peat, coir, and/or compost, as well as sphagnum peat moss, perlite, fertilizer and a wetting agent. You can contact us if you need further assistance. We can be reached at 877-220-3089.

    submitted byMiracle-Gro Consumer Services - 3 years ago
    Brand expert
4.0 out of 5 stars with 1979 reviews
70% would recommend
134 recommendations
quality: 3.86 out of 5
value: 3.68 out of 5

No gnats!

5 out of 5 stars
Would recommend
Daphne Stripes - 5 days ago, Verified purchaser
No gnats! Great VFM - very big bag (bigger than expected).
value: 5 out of 5
quality: 5 out of 5
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Awful

1 out of 5 stars
Would not recommend
Helen - 16 days ago
Terribly dry. Would not recommend at all.
1 reply from Miracle-Gro Consumer Services team - 13 days ago
We're sorry to read about your disappointment with Miracle-Gro Potting Mix and appreciate your feedback. Soils and soil amendment products may dry out too much in shipping or storage. When our soils dry out, they become naturally water repellent due to the peat moss and organic materials that are an important part of the soil mixture. If soil/peat moss is dry upon opening the bag, please try the following: Empty what is needed into a plastic bucket or tub, slowly stir in a small amount of water, wearing garden gloves and or using a garden tool work the soil and water together thoroughly until moistened. Do not add too much water at once or the mix will be too wet; Soil should be damp like a squeezed-out sponge. Since dry potting mix can be dusty and messy it is best to mix the product outside. We want you to be confident in our products. For this reason, we offer a product guarantee to our consumers. At your earliest convenience, please reach out to us at 877-220-3089 if we can further assist.
quality: 1 out of 5
value: 2 out of 5
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Good customer service

5 out of 5 stars
Would recommend
Sue - 29 days ago
Good quality. Good customer service
quality: 5 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
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Not a great choice for potted plants

2 out of 5 stars
Would not recommend
HBG - 3 months ago, Verified purchaser
I expected more from this brand. Like other reviews, my bag came with little bugs that flew out when I opened it. Also when I water my plant the water just sits on top of the dirt. Not very happy with this product.
1 reply from Miracle-Gro Consumer Services team - 3 months ago
We're sorry to read about your disappointment with Miracle-Gro Potting Mix and appreciate your feedback. Our soils & mulches are not treated to deter animals and insects as they are natural to the environment. Many insects breed in soils & mulches and animals such as chipmunks burrow in soils. Most of the insects that live in mulches are harmless. We want you to be confident in our products. For this reason, we offer a product guarantee to our consumers. At your earliest convenience, please reach out to us at 877-220-3089 if we can further assist.
quality: 2 out of 5
value: 2 out of 5
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Basically a Bag of Gnats

1 out of 5 stars
Would not recommend
targett09 - 3 months ago, Verified purchaser
Repotted 3 of my plants and now they all have gnats.
1 reply from Miracle-Gro Consumer Services team - 3 months ago
We're sorry to read about your disappointment with Miracle-Gro Potting Mix and appreciate your feedback. Our soils contain organic materials that can attract insects during shipping or while awaiting sale. We want you to be confident in our products. For this reason, we offer a product guarantee to our consumers. At your earliest convenience, please reach out to us at 877-220-3089 if we can further assist.
value: 1 out of 5
quality: 1 out of 5
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Infested with fungus gnats

1 out of 5 stars
Would not recommend
Ashleyley - 3 months ago, Verified purchaser
Infested with fungus gnats!! I bought 2 bags to refresh soil in 2 very expensive houseplants and we’ve had an outbreak of fungus gnats ever since. I’ve tried every remedy to fix the problem, but nothing has worked. I know it was the bags of soil because the plant that I replaced all new soil with was the MOST infested and I eventually had to throw it out. We still have the 2nd plant and it is still infested, but it was so expensive my husband doesn’t want to throw it away. The infestation is so bad, it’s spread to our bathroom sinks and shower drains. I’m sooo upset and have spent hundreds of dollars on sprays, sticky traps, everything to get rid of them. DO NOT BUY- BIG MISTAKE.
1 reply from Miracle-Gro Consumer Services team - 3 months ago
We're sorry to read about your disappointment with Miracle-Gro Potting Mix and appreciate your feedback. Insects could not survive the composting and packing process. However, it is possible for them to enter the bag during shipping and storage. While we cannot diagnose the insects without seeing them, in case the insects are fungus gnats, let the soil dry out between each watering. Dry soil can help kill the larvae. Most people tend to overwater their plants and this can make the problem worse. We want you to be confident in our products. For this reason, we offer a product guarantee to our consumers. At your earliest convenience, please reach out to us at 877-220-3089 if we can further assist.
quality: 1 out of 5
value: 1 out of 5
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Gnats

1 out of 5 stars
Would not recommend
Curlyb - 4 months ago, Verified purchaser
I would give it zero stars. It has poor drainage and it was infested with fungus gnats. Now I need to buy new soil for all my plants because it’s out of control. DO NOT BUY
1 reply from Miracle-Gro Consumer Services team - 4 months ago
We're sorry to read about your disappointment with Miracle-Gro Potting Mix and appreciate your feedback. The small flying insects are likely fungus gnats. These insects do not harm humans and do little plant damage (they primarily feed on the fungus found naturally in soil). A possible way to control fungus gnats includes allowing the soil to dry out as much as possible between watering, which will help control the larvae. Also, you can try applying at least 1/2 inch of horticultural sand on top of the soil of potted/container plants; the larvae cannot burrow through the sand and will die. All of our potting mixes, including the moisture control ones, are formulated to allow excessive water to move through the soil and drain out the bottom of the pot. Check the bottom of the container, if possible, to verify that there is an open drainage hole. We want you to be confident in our products. For this reason, we offer a product guarantee to our consumers. At your earliest convenience, please reach out to us at 877-220-3089 if we can further assist.
quality: 1 out of 5
value: 1 out of 5
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Miracle-Gro

5 out of 5 stars
Would recommend
Cheryl - 4 months ago, Verified purchaser
Perfect size bags at a great price - and it’s Miracle-Gro - enough said!
value: 5 out of 5
quality: 5 out of 5
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Planting

5 out of 5 stars
Would recommend
Meme - 4 months ago, Verified purchaser
This product is great for potting plants! I use it every year & my flowers & herbs always grow & bloom!
value: 5 out of 5
quality: 5 out of 5
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Perfect for my balcony plants

5 out of 5 stars
Would recommend
alaskanprincess - 4 months ago, Verified purchaser
Just what I needed. Easy to pour and nicely moist. I still obviously had to water it when repotting my plants but they did the trick!
quality: 5 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
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Miracle-Gro Premium Potting Mix 8qt

5 out of 5 stars
Would recommend
Barney Fife - 4 months ago, Verified purchaser
***********Great product*************
quality: 5 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
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Great plant soil for vegetables and annuals

5 out of 5 stars
Would recommend
Eva - 4 months ago, Verified purchaser
Great pitting soil This potting soil does not need fertilizer. I use this dirt to plant my vegetables and annuals. My plants really thrive for at least three months.
quality: 5 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
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Soil

5 out of 5 stars
Would recommend
Cleatos - 4 months ago, Verified purchaser
just what I wanted. Size is easy for me to handle.
value: 3 out of 5
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Great product

5 out of 5 stars
- 7 months ago, Verified purchaser
My plants love it and it’s a great price at Target!
quality: 5 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
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Good mix

5 out of 5 stars
wnag1 - 7 months ago
Good drainage for the orchid roots. I use this while transporting as well
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Infests your plants with gnats

1 out of 5 stars
Would not recommend
RoxyOxy - 8 months ago, Verified purchaser
Got a fungus gnat infestation when using this soil.
1 reply from Miracle-Gro Consumer Services team - 8 months ago
We are concerned to hear this. We would like the opportunity to gather some additional information and offer assistance. Please reach out to our Consumer Services team at 888-295-6902 for assistance.
quality: 1 out of 5
value: 1 out of 5
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Potting soil

5 out of 5 stars
Would recommend
Buckeyelizrd - 8 months ago
Great for indoor plants.
quality: 5 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
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Very popular potting soil by reputation.

5 out of 5 stars
Would recommend
Judys Favorites - 9 months ago
Great all purpose potting soil.
value: 5 out of 5
quality: 5 out of 5
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MIRACLE GRO POTTING MIX

5 out of 5 stars
Would recommend
cl - 9 months ago
This is the only potting soil I use. It hold the moisture and is easy to work with.
quality: 5 out of 5
value: 3 out of 5
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check your bag before use for termites

1 out of 5 stars
Lmm - 9 months ago
originally posted on Miracle-Gro
Last year I bought this two large bags last year for my garden and I saw a little white bugs in it didn’t pay attention to it so I’ve planted in some pots some started plants and a week later they were dying I dug them up and the roots and everything had been eaten and I looked and there’s little termites ruined my plants but I thought it was my fault this year I bought two more big bags are you gonna plant some peas along the fence line started pouring it out in a row and there’s these little white bugs again coming out of the bag with the dirt they are termites little white termites this is ridiculous how can you grow plants when the termites will damage them and multiplyOn your property besides this is terrible
1 reply from Customer Care team - 9 months ago
We're sorry you were disappointed. We would like to understand more about your experience and what we can do better. At your earliest convenience, please reach out to us at 877-220-3089.
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