The Bottom Line
Pros
- Contains fertilizer for 3 months
- Great consistancy
- Not too expensive
- Light enough for containers
- Organic
Cons
- More expensive than other potting soils
- Mystery ingredients for fertilizer
Description
- Trusted company
- Fresh appearance
- Widely available
Guide Review - Organic Potting Soil
Organic potting soil sounds like a great idea, but may be out of the average gardener's price range. Making your own soil is not an option for everyone, especially those just starting out.Having no experience with the Miracle Gro line of soils, I did not know what to expect.
Although an admitted compost snob, my first impression was a good one. The product was just moist enough to be easy to use, without being so wet as to cause mildew. This potting soil had a clean, composted scent and was in uniform pieces, with no discernible ingredients. This is something I look for in my own potting soil mix. For a container garden, this is especially important, since the pots are somewhat small, and need to be filled without a larger piece leaving a gap under the soil.
If you are looking for a good quality organic potting soil, off the shelf, I believe that Scott's Organic Choice might fit the bill.
