Vermont Compost Company Compost Plus Container & Transplant Booster Mix
Best organic nutrient booster for home gardeners seeking vibrant, healthy plants.
Vermont Compost Company's Compost Plus is a "Container and Transplant Booster Mix" that customers affectionately call "Magic Fairy Dust." This blend of compost, micro-nutrients, and natural nitrogen sources promotes exceptionally healthy and large plants without chemical fertilizers. It's versatile, serving as an excellent amendment for planting holes, a top dressing for established plants, a regular feed for container plants, and a nourishing supplement for houseplants. Compost Plus enhances soil health over time by building organic matter and supporting beneficial microbial communities, transforming your soil into a thriving medium. It is safe for plant roots and can be used as-is, mixed into soil, or brewed into compost tea.
$16.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
6
/ 185
#6 in Compost
Price vs Category Average
-30%
Below average
Size
6
/ quart bag
Who it's for
- Organic enthusiasts prioritizing high-quality, trusted soil ingredients
- Gardeners seeking vigorous root growth and transplant success
- Container growers needing perfect drainage and moisture balance
Who should skip it
- Busy gardeners unable to provide specific storage conditions
- Budget-conscious gardeners managing large-scale planting projects
- Shoppers outside the Northeast facing high shipping costs
Performance breakdown
Nutrient Density
Concentrated organic profile delivers immediate vitality to struggling transplants.
Application Versatility
Seamlessly transitions from planting holes to top-dressing indoor containers.
Microbial Vitality
Actively fosters a thriving ecosystem for long-term soil health.
Root Safety
Gentle formulation eliminates the risk of chemical burn during transplanting.
Organic Integrity
Certified organic ingredients provide peace of mind for edible gardens.
Growth Acceleration
Noticeable size increases in foliage and blooms within weeks.
Key Specs
Size
6 quart bag
Volume
6 QT
Fertilizer Source
Organic, Natural
Organic Certified
true
Target Plant Type
Vegetables, Flowers, Houseplants
Fertilizer Form
Granular
Application Method
Add to planting hole, top dress, sprinkle on soil, feed houseplants
Features
- Promotes healthy, large plant growth naturally
- Versatile for various plant types and stages
- Enriches soil with compost and nutrients
- Ideal for transplanting and container gardening
- Supports beneficial soil microbes
- Builds organic matter over time
- Safe for plant roots
- Approved for organic gardening
What customers say
The sentiment is strongly positive, centered on product quality and visible results. Gardeners consistently highlight the mix's rich composition and its immediate effectiveness for container planting and transplanting. Users find that the superior quality translates directly into healthier, more robust plants. Although this is a premium priced product, consumers generally agree that the reliable, high performance results justify the investment, making it a trusted choice for serious gardeners.
Know before you buy
You can use it either way. It is safe to apply directly to planting holes or as a top dressing, but you can also mix it into your existing potting soil or garden beds for a more integrated nutrient boost.
Yes, it is perfectly safe for houseplants. Because it is an organic, nutrient-rich blend, it provides a gentle, natural feeding that won't burn delicate indoor root systems.
Unlike synthetic fertilizers that provide a quick, temporary chemical spike, Compost Plus builds long-term soil health. It adds organic matter and supports the beneficial microbial communities that help plants thrive naturally over time.
Yes, the granular consistency of Compost Plus makes it an excellent base for brewing your own compost tea. It effectively infuses the water with the nutrients and beneficial microbes found in the mix.
Absolutely. Adding a handful to the planting hole provides immediate, accessible nutrients that help reduce transplant stress and encourage faster root establishment in new environments.
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