Pro-Mix
PRO-MIX All Purpose Mix
Best versatile soil for gardeners seeking stronger, healthier plant growth.
Elevate your gardening with PRO-MIX All Purpose Mix, a premium peat-based blend perfect for both indoor and outdoor planting. This ready-to-use soil is enriched with MYCOACTIVE technology, fostering vigorous growth, boosting plant resilience, and developing a stronger root system for superior nutrient and water absorption. It provides optimal water retention, nutrient holding, and aeration, making it ideal for a diverse range of plants. The compressed format is lightweight and expands significantly, offering excellent value and ease of use for all your planting needs.
$28.50
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
11
/ 1247
#11 in Soil
Price vs Category Average
-44%
Below average
Size
2
/ Cu Ft (Compressed)
Who it's for
- Indoor gardeners prone to overwatering their houseplants
- Serious growers needing reliable, repeatable results for every plant
- Gardeners looking to boost plant vitality and minimize transplant stress
Who should skip it
- Owners of tall, top-heavy plants needing stable, weighted soil
- Budget-conscious gardeners managing large-scale outdoor projects
- Forgetful waterers who struggle to keep containers consistently moist
Performance breakdown
Root Development
Mycorrhizae integration significantly accelerates root system establishment and overall plant vigor.
Moisture Retention
Peat-based composition maintains consistent hydration levels for diverse plant species.
Soil Aeration
Perlite content ensures optimal airflow to prevent root rot and compaction.
Expansion Efficiency
Compressed format doubles in volume, maximizing storage space and transport convenience.
Versatility
Balanced formula performs reliably across indoor pots and outdoor garden beds.
Handling Ease
Lightweight compressed packaging simplifies transport and manual mixing for home gardeners.
Key Specs
Size
2 Cu Ft (Compressed)
Expands to
4 cubic feet (112 L)
Ingredients
Canadian sphagnum peat moss, Peat humus, Perlite, Limestone, Mycorrhizae - PTB297 Technology
Intended Use
Potting, Seed Starting, Vegetable Garden, Flower Bed
Soil Type
Potting Mix, Peat Moss
Primary Amendment
Peat Moss
Vendor Item Number
1020030RG
Features
- Stimulates vigorous growth with MYCOACTIVE technology
- Promotes greater stress resistance
- Develops a larger root system
- Suitable for a wide range of plant species
- Offers ideal water holding and aeration
- Light and easy to handle compressed format
- Expands significantly for greater volume
- Enhances nutrient and water uptake
What customers say
Gardeners trust the PRO MIX All Purpose Mix primarily for its consistent quality and reliable results. Consumers frequently highlight the mix's superior texture, noting it provides excellent drainage and aeration crucial for robust root development. This reliability translates directly into healthier, more vigorous plants across diverse gardening projects. It is viewed as a foundational product that simplifies planting and delivers predictable success, making it a worthwhile investment for both novice and experienced growers.
Know before you buy
Yes, this is a versatile, all-purpose blend designed to perform well in containers, hanging baskets, and directly in garden beds or flower borders.
MYCOACTIVE technology refers to the inclusion of mycorrhizae, which are beneficial fungi that colonize plant roots. This symbiotic relationship helps your plants absorb more water and nutrients, leading to a stronger root system and better overall resilience.
The bag is compressed for easier handling, but once you break it up and add a little water, it expands to approximately 4 cubic feet (112 liters) of usable potting mix.
Yes, the fine texture and balanced aeration provided by the peat moss and perlite make it an excellent medium for seed starting, as well as for potting up established plants.
This mix is designed to hold nutrients effectively, but it does not contain a heavy starter charge of fertilizer. Depending on the specific needs of your plants, you may want to incorporate a slow-release fertilizer or liquid feed as they begin to grow.
The blend of Canadian sphagnum peat moss and perlite is specifically formulated to balance water retention with proper aeration. This ensures roots stay hydrated without becoming waterlogged, provided your containers have adequate drainage.
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