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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
- #GrowOneGiveOne - Share a pic, and we'll donate a kit to a classroom of your choice!
- Guaranteed to Grow Promise
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: 13 inches length x 11.3 inches width x 2.3 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 4.75 pounds
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Q: Is this soil suitable fo Striped Barbados Lily Amaryllis?
submitted by countrygirl43 - 4 months ago
A: Hi There! Striped Barbados Lily Amaryllis does well with well-draining soil with good organic matter and perlite for drainage. Our Organic Indoor Potting Mix for Houseplants would be a good choice, and you could always add additional perlite to allow for extra drainage and breathability if you feel it's needed. Please reach out at contact@backtotheroots.com with further questions or concerns!
submitted byBack to the Roots, Inc. - 4 months agoBrand expert
Q: I'm needing good indoor soil without gnats. Most soils have gnats, eggs etc. How is your soil?
submitted by Sue - 10 months ago
A: Hi Sue! Our Organic Indoor Potting Mix for Houseplants is a coco coir mix, and because it doesn't have local substrate, it's less prone to fungus gnats. If you have questions or concerns with your bag, please reach out to us at contact@backtotheroots.com; we are here to help you grow. Bottom-watering is a great way to prevent gnats from getting in, too!
submitted byBack to the Roots, Inc. - 10 months agoBrand expert
Q: This was not dry like soil usually is. Was it supposed to feel wet? Thnak you.
submitted by Mary - 2 years ago
A: Hi Mary! The Indoor Potting Mix is a coco coir mix, so it will feel different, but it shouldn't be wet. Please reach out to contact@backtotheroots.com, we'd love to help you and would be happy to send a replacement as needed.
submitted byBack to the Roots, Inc. - 2 years agoBrand expert
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Summary of reviews
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 7 incentivized reviews)
4.0 out of 5 stars with 184 reviews
value: 3.11 out of 5
quality: 3.32 out of 5
53% would recommend
77 recommendations
Great soil!
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
BB - 2 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 - 2 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 - 2 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 - 2 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!
1 reply from Back to the Roots, Inc. team - 2 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 - 4 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 - 4 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!
Gross. Lumpy. Do not buy
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
bkshopper - 4 months ago, Verified purchaser
Wish I didn’t buy it. It looks gross. I didn’t check the bad reviews before I bought this and I’m scared of the mushrooms and gnats so I’m jsut throwing this whole this out
1 reply from Back to the Roots, Inc. team - 4 months ago
Hi There! We are sorry to hear you've had this experience. Our indoor potting mix is less prone to fungus gnats. Please send a photo of your soil and the front and back of the bag to contact@backtotheroots.com. We would love to help you grow in our soil and as needed we are happy to help with a replacement.
infested
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Boca Raton - 5 months ago, Verified purchaser
Don't buy it if there are any bugs nearby. Purchased this soil to repot a growing plant. The dirt was infested with fungus knats and now the plant has to live outdoors. So much for overpriced indoor soil.
1 reply from Back to the Roots, Inc. team - 5 months ago
Hi There! Fungus gnats are not common with our Indoor Potting Mix for Houseplants. Please reach out to contact@backtotheroots.com, we would love to help you grow in our soil.
scam!!!
1 out of 5 stars
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Alexa - 5 months ago
doesn’t even deserve one star. wow bad. super bad quality. total scam.
1 reply from Back to the Roots, Inc. team - 5 months ago
Hi Alexa! We are sorry to hear you're having trouble with our Organic Indoor Potting Mix for Houseplants. Please reach out to contact@backtotheroots.com. We would love to help you grow in our soil!
Good specialized soil mix
3 out of 5 stars
Katie Pitt - 5 months ago, Verified purchaser
I received product reimbursement in exchange for my honest review. I love that Back to the Roots uses organic ingredients. This mix is great because it is specially formulated for indoor plants. I appreciate that their blends are thoughtfully made to help my plants grow their best. I also appreciate that the company gives back to the community, as they show on every soil bag.
1 reply from Back to the Roots, Inc. team - 5 months ago
Hi Katie! We hope your plants are thriving but we are always here to help you grow, so please don't hesitate to reach out to contact@backtotheroots.com with any questions or concerns.
buy any other potting mix
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
bayliesocks - 6 months ago, Verified purchaser
Recently bought a bag and there were shards of plastic in the mix. Also was infested with fungus gnats.
1 reply from Back to the Roots, Inc. team - 5 months ago
Hi Bayliesocks! We are sorry to hear you have had this experience. This is not standard with our Indoor Potting Mix. Please send a photo of what you found in the mix and the front and the back of the bag to contact@backtotheroots.com. We would love to help you grow in our soil, and we'd be happy to send a replacement as needed.
Easy to transfer to a bigger pot
4 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
DSWALKER - 6 months ago, Verified purchaser
I received product reimbursement in exchange for my honest review. The potting soil has a rich earthy smell. It is loose, and it has large clumps. That seems good for the roots so far. The soil holds a lot of moisture. So, be careful not to over water when using this potting soil. My spider plant is doing well. I'm satisfied with the potting soil.
1 reply from Back to the Roots, Inc. team - 4 months ago
Hi DSWALKER! We are happy to hear you're enjoying our Indoor Potting Mix for Houseplants. If you have any questions or trouble, please reach out at contact@backtotheroots.com; we are here to help you grow!
DO NOT WASTE YOUR MONEY ON THIS
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Cr - 6 months ago, Verified purchaser
This is the driest, sandiest, clumpiest dirt taken off the side of the road and resold to poor consumers. Don’t buy this garbage sand and dirt mix for your poor plants, it’s not good quality at all.
1 reply from Back to the Roots, Inc. team - 6 months ago
Hi Cr! We are sorry to hear you're having trouble with our Indoor Potting Mix. Please send a photo of your mix and the front and the back of the bag to contact@backtotheroots.com, we would love to help you grow with us in our soil.
Great Indoor Potting Mix
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
kmcreynolds - 6 months ago, Verified purchaser
I received product reimbursement in exchange for my honest review. I purchased the Back to the Roots 6qt Organic Indoor Potting Mix For Houseplants Specialty Mi. I have reported my peace lily and hoping that it does much better. The consistency was different than any other potting mix I have used. Anticipating great results!!
Saved my indoor babies!!
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
kayrina - 6 months ago, Verified purchaser
I received product reimbursement in exchange for my honest review. I have been using this potting mix for my indoor plants, especially the ones that need a lot of aeration and drainage in their soil. My monstera that was barely hanging on is now thriving and growing like crazy! My cactus that always looked sad now looks super perky and beautiful! Excellent quality and highly recommended!
Bow i have gnats
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Chris - 6 months ago
I finally decided to pot a couple herbs I had growing in a small hydroponics system. Picked up this bag on a whim and now there are gnats all over my plants. Never again.
1 reply from Back to the Roots, Inc. team - 6 months ago
Hi Chris! We are sorry to hear you're having trouble with fungus gnats. Please send a photo of the front and back of your bag to contact@backtotheroots.com, we would love to help you grow.
Great soul for potted plants
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
scoenen - 7 months ago, Verified purchaser
I received product reimbursement in exchange for my honest review. I have used potting soil that tends to dry out, that is not the case with Back to Roots soil. it keeps the moisture without being soggy. The plant I switched to this is now thriving. I will definitely buy again.
Terrible
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Kristy77 - 7 months ago
I bought this on a whim to try it out…5 bags. 😒 This might be some of the worst “soil” I’ve ever purchased, and that’s including Miracle Grow. It doesn’t have the consistency of any soils I have ever purchased or mixed myself. It’s incredibly dry, comes in huge clumps, and has a really bad odor. I even tried making a mix with it myself and just find it to be a sub par product. I’ll be returning the unopened bags, but avoid this one in general.
1 reply from Back to the Roots, Inc. team - 7 months ago
Hi Kristy77! This is not common with our Indoor Potting Mix, please send a photo of your soil and the front and back of the bag to contact@backtotheroots.com. We would love to help turn around your experience.
Good dirt
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Anna - 7 months ago, Verified purchaser
My plants seem to like it! Easy to use and helps retain moisture when I forget to water.
Great soil
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Wendi - 7 months ago
I received product reimbursement in exchange for my honest review. I love Back to the Roots products and have been a fan of the potting soil for years. The soil for houseplants is exactly what my pothos need and they look so healthy after being repotted! This soil is great.
Ok Potting Soil
3 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Sar - 7 months ago, Verified purchaser
I received product reimbursement in exchange for my honest review. Not a huge fan of this soil, doesn't seem like a very good value for the cost. I do appreciate the attempt at creating a good soil specifically for indoor plants but honestly regular potting soil works just as good for a fraction of the cost. The seed I started in this soil did fine but there wasn't a ton of soil in the bag so I could only do a few small pots. The coconut fibers are a bit of a strange replacement for peat and they work just ok.
Terrible consistancy
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Brooke - 7 months ago
Worst porting mix ever it literally looks like hairballs. Definitely not for indoor plants. Will not be buying this garbage ever again. It looks nothing like soil.
1 reply from Back to the Roots, Inc. team - 7 months ago
Hi Brooke! We are sorry to hear you're not satisfied with the texture of our soil. Please send a photo of your soil and the front and back of the bag to contact@backtotheroots.com, we would love to help you grow in our soils.
BTTR potting mix
4 out of 5 stars
Sbanzon95 - 7 months ago, Verified purchaser
I received product reimbursement in exchange for my honest review. This soil is good to use for indoor plants. It fertilizes good and keeps plants from drying out.