Garden Compost, Organic, 1-Cu. Ft.
Best organic soil amendment for home gardeners seeking healthier, more vibrant plants.
Enhance your garden's vitality with Black Gold Organic Garden Compost. This 1-cubic foot bag is a premium blend of Canadian sphagnum peat moss, forest humus, and aged compost, expertly crafted to enrich your soil. It significantly improves soil structure, leading to more vibrant plants. Certified OMRI Listed for organic gardening, this compost is ideal for amending soil, serving as a mulch, boosting vegetable yields, and encouraging beautiful flower blooms. Discover a healthier, more flourishing garden with this versatile and nutrient-dense compost.
$8.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
121
/ 185
#121 in Compost
Price vs Category Average
-63%
Below average
Volume
1.0
/ cubic feet
Who it's for
- Organic gardeners requiring certified, synthetic-free soil amendments
- Home growers seeking improved soil aeration and root health
- Plant enthusiasts wanting consistent, slow-release natural nutrition
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious gardeners needing large volumes of affordable compost
- Landscapers managing expansive garden beds requiring bulk quantities
- Perfectionists demanding uniform texture without any woody debris
Performance breakdown
Soil Enrichment
Premium blend of peat and humus significantly boosts nutrient density.
Organic Certification
OMRI listing ensures strict compliance for high-standard organic gardening.
Texture Consistency
Fine-grade composition integrates seamlessly into existing garden soil beds.
Application Versatility
Equally effective as a soil amendment, mulch, or potting base.
Pathogen Safety
Lacks formal pathogen testing, requiring caution for sensitive edible crops.
Weed Control
Not guaranteed weed-seed free, potentially introducing unwanted garden growth.
Key Specs
Volume
1.0 cubic feet
Brand
Black Gold
Product Type
Compost
Certifications
OMRI Listed (Organic Materials Review Institute)
Feedstock Materials
Canadian sphagnum peat moss, forest humus, aged compost
Model Number
142709
Intended Applications
Soil Amendment, Potting Mix, Vegetable Garden, Flower Beds
Compost Form
Fine
Features
- Nutrient-rich for plant vitality
- Improves soil structure
- Increases vegetable yields
- Enhances flower blooms
- Certified for organic gardening
- Versatile use as mulch
- OMRI Listed for organic production
- Made with premium organic ingredients
What customers say
Customers highly value this organic compost for its exceptional quality and tangible garden benefits. Reviewers consistently praise the fine, rich texture, noting it is free from debris and weed seeds common in lesser products. Its fluffy nature makes soil incorporation easy, significantly boosting aeration and water retention across vegetable gardens and flower beds. The core theme is visible plant vitality, with users reporting stronger roots and more vibrant foliage shortly after application. While acknowledged as a premium investment due to its higher price, most experienced gardeners feel the superior results justify the cost, viewing it as a reliable input that delivers optimal performance.
Know before you buy
Yes. This product is OMRI Listed, meaning it has been reviewed and certified for use in organic gardening production.
While it is excellent for amending existing soil or boosting garden beds, it is intended as a soil amendment rather than a complete potting medium. For container gardening, we recommend mixing it with your preferred potting soil to improve structure and nutrient density.
This compost is a premium blend of Canadian sphagnum peat moss, forest humus, and aged compost, providing a nutrient-dense foundation for your plants.
You can work it directly into your existing soil to improve structure or spread it as a top-dressing mulch to help retain moisture and feed your plants over time.
This product is not specifically labeled as weed-seed free or pathogen-tested. If you are concerned about weed pressure, we recommend using it as a soil amendment rather than a surface mulch.
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