Back to the Roots 25.7qt Organic Garden Soil Premium Blend For in Ground Planting
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Back to Roots Better Garden Soil is a popular choice among guests for its organic composition and effectiveness in promoting plant growth. Many guests appreciate its rich texture, moisture retention, and lack of unpleasant odors. The large bag size offers great value, making it suitable for various gardening needs, from vegetables to flowers. However, some guests have reported issues with pests and inconsistent quality, which may affect their overall experience.
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4.5 out of 5 stars with 427 reviews
quality: 2.3 out of 5
value: 2.46 out of 5
28% would recommend
45 recommendations
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
2 April, 2026Verified purchase
(no review title)
Love this brand
5 out of 5 stars
1 April, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com
Love this soil plants are doing great
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Love this garden soil! Send it for my outside plants. There is no odor and I love that! I feel like I don’t have to water as much, seems to hold the water. The weight is normal and the texture is also normal. I highly recommend this product
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
1 April, 2026Verified purchase
Strong Manure Smell, Not Safe for Edibles- Quality Concerns
I have used this in the past for the ease of an organic soil product that can be delivered to my car at pick up with other items at Target. However, the past several bags I've had, were infested with tiny gnats that ruined one crop, mites, and I had another bag of mulch that was molded. I tried this brand again today, to refresh Spring beds, and both of the bags I recieved smelled like rancid animal waste. The bags were ripping and dropping soil, so I put them in a nearby garden bed, opening to see if the smell would settle. It did not, and in fact, it immediately attacted flies almost immediately. Huge red flag that this was not properly composted, My garden hadn't yet seen flies this season so that was very telling that this soil contains dangerous pathogens. I cannot risk Salmonella or E. Coli in our garden so I will be requesting a refund and not purcahsing this product again as it seems quality control is missing the mark. I loved the ease of purchasing, and the price point as well the the organic certifications but sadly I don't trust the safety of the soil quality. I will be going back to ordering Coast of Maine or Fort Vee from Vermont Compost.
5 out of 5 stars
1 April, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com
Joy
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This was needed I planted some seeds. As far as I can tell the drainage is good., the nutrients are also good as far as I know. The consistency is wonderful. I cannot wait to see the baby plants sprout thanks Influenster
5 out of 5 stars
1 April, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com
Soft dry soil
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Great mulch mix compost with plant food in it. Soft and dry not wet like some. The bag is sturdy and not thin so when I carry it, it doesn’t fall apart. No odor at all. Started a couple seed plants in my clay pots for now. Can’t wait to add it to my big garden with each veggie plant. It’s almost garden time and what better way then to have this great soil to get them on the right track.
5 out of 5 stars
30 March, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com
Gorgeous garden soil
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is absolutely gorgeous garden soil, filled with earthworms, dark and crumbly. I used it to refresh a corner of our garden and planted some early spring veggies (spinach and radishes). I can’t wait to see how they thrive with this boost of rich, healthy soil!
1 out of 5 stars
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27 March, 2026Verified purchase
(no review title)
This soil was full of flies. It also smells so bad I had a neighbor text me asking what the nasty farm smell was. I’m worried the bugs will spread.
1 reply from Back to the Roots, Inc. team - 10 days ago
Hi Jordan! We are sorry to hear that you have had this experience, and we would love to hear from you and make this right. Please send photos of the soil itself and photos of the full front and back of the bag to contact@backtotheroots.com. We're happy to help with a replacement as needed.
5 out of 5 stars
25 March, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com
A great nutrient-filled garden soil
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I received this garden soil free of charge from Influenster in exchange for my honest review of the soil. I transplanted several indoor plants with this soil and the soil was noted to be soft, non-clumpy, moist, full of nutrients and helped perk up my plants. I will use the remainder of this well packaged bag of soil in my outdoor garden in about a month as I prepare my outdoor vegetable garden. I highly recommend this garden soil.
5 out of 5 stars
16 March, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com
Perfect
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Back to the roots better garden soil has been perfect for my garden. There isn’t a strong smell like some can have and the nutrients that it’s packed with I feel like is really helping everything grow faster
5 out of 5 stars
15 March, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com
I'm loving it
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Back to the Roots " Better" Garden Soil came just in time for when I am going to plant my fruits, vegetables and herbs. When open small part, I felt dirt it was well moist. I scoop the dirt and put it in plant pot. If my plant can talk it said "Thank you".
1 out of 5 stars
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9 March, 2026Verified purchase
(no review title)
Delivered in a large box and fell through the bottom when I tried to pick it up. In the box was shampoo/conditioner/bodywash that were all broken and spilled on the soil
1 reply from Back to the Roots, Inc. team - 28 days ago
Hello there! We're so sorry to hear about the issues you had with your delivery. If you have any questions about our Organic Garden Soil, please don't hesitate to reach out to contact@backtotheroots.com. We're always here to help!
5 out of 5 stars
3 March, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com
So good
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love that this is an organic soil! It’s going to be great to use this spring for flowers and/or veggies! The soil is a great consistency and has plenty of nutrients to help things grow.
5 out of 5 stars
3 March, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com
Growingley well
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is going to great for when I can plant my crops. It will add the rest of nutrients back in the soil after this winter. Packed very well also nothing spilled In transport.
5 out of 5 stars
28 February, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com
More gardning things
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I've used this brand plenty and never had any issues. I love that it has organic materials in it and will be great for my garden box. I can't wait for spring when I can plant everything. Tnjs bag was bigger then I expected and will go great for mu summer garden. #garden #gardenbox #plants #outdoor #backtotheroots #free #claim
4 out of 5 stars
26 February, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com
Can't wait to see my flowers grow this spring!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This soil smelled very earthy, yet clean with no scent of any chemical pesticides or fertilizers. The consistency was great, no big chunks of bark, no hard solid clumps of dirt. This soil is light and airy, as well as very fine, no big chunks of organic material. It was also very easy to spread. I'm excited to see what my plants think of it as we get closer to spring!
5 out of 5 stars
25 February, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com
Grows the perfect plant.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] We love the brand Back to the Roots. When my son fist started his gardening journey, this is what we bought. This garden soil has consistently been a reliable choice for his journey. The quality is top notch and we have never encounters any issues like mold or unpleasant scents like some of the other brands. The color is deep and rich for quality growing. It’s able to compact well to hold the new plant in place. This is a great choice for all your gardening.
4 out of 5 stars
25 February, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com
Good Soil
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The packaging wasn’t sturdy and came with a hole so the soil was getting everywhere. But the product itself has been good so far. Started using it for some tomato seeds to prepare for the spring. Will need to wait a little to see if there will be any growth. I like that it is organic as well.
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
17 February, 2026Verified purchase
Terrible bug infested dirt.
Terrible. It was full of little bugs like fruit flies. Infested all the plants I re-potted. I’m extremely mad. I’ve spent more now trying to get rid of the flies. Wish I would’ve just bought cheap regular dirt.
1 reply from Back to the Roots, Inc. team - 2 months ago
Hi Nicole — we’re so sorry to hear about your experience. What you’re likely seeing are fungus gnats, small flies that are attracted to moist soil after repotting. While they can be frustrating, they don’t harm healthy plants. We’d love to make this right. Please email us at contact@backtotheroots.com with photos of the front and back of your bag, and our team will gladly help with a replacement or refund. We appreciate you sharing this feedback and hope we can turn this around for you.
5 out of 5 stars
14 February, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com
Perfect to jumpstart the garden
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I received this soil in exchange for my honest review. This is intended for in ground use and is ideal for vegetable gardens. I added it to my vegetable beds and can see that not only will it add good nutrients but includes some bark like mulch to help retain moisture, which will be much needed in California summer. This was great to mix with my clay like ground soil and was easy to handle and manage myself.
5 out of 5 stars
13 February, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com
My favorite.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I used the Back to the Roots Organic Garden Soil – Premium Blend for my in-ground beds this season, and overall I’m really pleased with it. The texture is loose and easy to work with, and it blends nicely into existing soil without feeling overly heavy or compacted. I appreciate that it’s organic and already mixed with plant food and dolomitic limestone — it saves an extra step and gives plants a solid start. My vegetables and flowers transplanted well, and I noticed good early growth and strong color within the first couple of weeks. It holds moisture well without staying soggy, which is important in my area during hot spells. I didn’t notice any large sticks or debris, which can sometimes be an issue with bagged soil.