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Miracle-Gro® Seed Starting Potting Mix
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Overview
• Effective in germinating a variety of different vegetables, flowers and herb seeds.
• Ideal for rooting leaf, stem and root cuttings.
• Specially formulated to ensure expedited root development.
• Enriched with Miracle-Gro® Plant Food. • Ready to use right out of the bag.
• Ideal for rooting leaf, stem and root cuttings.
• Specially formulated to ensure expedited root development.
• Enriched with Miracle-Gro® Plant Food. • Ready to use right out of the bag.
Benefits of Use
• Miracle-Gro Seed Starting Potting Mix helps with the process of starting cuttings and also increases the strength of your plant’s roots.
• This seed starting mix is specially formulated to help grow fast and strong root development that provides a solid foundation for your plants and aids its healthy growth.
• It vastly improves the drainage that not only serves to improve the health of your plants, but also prevents diseases that develop from overwatering.
• This seed starting mix is enriched with Miracle-Gro® Plant Food to continue to provide your plants with the nutrients required for growth.
• Miracle-Gro Seed Starting Potting Mix continues to feed the plants instantly and improve the overall health of your plant roots and eventually the overall health of your plants.
• This seed starting mix is specially formulated to help grow fast and strong root development that provides a solid foundation for your plants and aids its healthy growth.
• It vastly improves the drainage that not only serves to improve the health of your plants, but also prevents diseases that develop from overwatering.
• This seed starting mix is enriched with Miracle-Gro® Plant Food to continue to provide your plants with the nutrients required for growth.
• Miracle-Gro Seed Starting Potting Mix continues to feed the plants instantly and improve the overall health of your plant roots and eventually the overall health of your plants.
Ingredients
• Formulated to help germinate vegetable, flower and herb seeds develop stronger plant roots.
• With a neutral NPK ratio of 0.03-0.03-0.03,
• Helps feed your plants for up to 3 months as it is blended with Miracle Gro Plant Food.
• With a neutral NPK ratio of 0.03-0.03-0.03,
• Helps feed your plants for up to 3 months as it is blended with Miracle Gro Plant Food.
Rated 5 out of
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KCC05 from
GREAT RESULTS
This potting mix is exactly what I needed for my tomato plants. I love how light and easy this was to handle. I also love that it holds moisture very well. After just a few weeks, I can already see a big difference in my plants with this potting mix compared to the regular mix I’ve used before. My plants are doing so well and it looks like I am going to have an amazing harvest this year. I highly recommend this product.
Date published: 2025-08-19
Rated 5 out of
5
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momontherun68 from
Seeds Sprout in No Time!!
Miracle Gro Potting Mix has been a game changer! My plants grow about 50% faster compared to regular potting soil, and it works great for both repotting indoor plants and outdoor flower pots. It holds moisture really well, so my seeds never dry out. Even my daughter used it for her very first plant and was so excited to see how quickly it sprouted and grew. Highly recommend!
Date published: 2025-08-19
Rated 5 out of
5
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igneous from
Great seed starting mix
This stuff is great for starting seeds. I haven’t used it to make soil blocks yet but it works great in seed starting trays. Nice and light and pretty well sifted so most seeds should have no problem germinating in this mix.
Date published: 2025-08-19
Rated 5 out of
5
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jayotte from
Great starting soil!
I am very impressed this soil. Right when I opened the bag I could see this was great quality soil. It is very rich with nutrients yet feels light. It seems finer than the usual potting mix. I used this soil to plant some vegetable seeds and it worked great. My veggies thrived and worked quickly. It also holds moisture very well! Overall I am very pleased with this product and would highly recommend!
Date published: 2025-08-18
Rated 5 out of
5
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Dmsdrome from
MG Seed STARTING Mix doesn't STOP there!
Honestly, I did not use this mix to start seeds, at least not yet, I know it will perform for seeds.I used it to start clippings! I have tried multiple times to 'start' Grocery Store THYME with no luck. Now, after using the MG Starter Mix I have success, 8 thyme cuttings doing well, indirect sun and 100f+ days. I will transplant soon and have plenty of 'TIME' for other things! Thanks, SCOTTS..
Date published: 2025-08-18
Rated 5 out of
5
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mjackett from
great for seeds and young plants
This was the perfect mix for starting some last season seeds for my garden. I did some lettuce and radish's... I also used some for some house plants i rooted from cuttings and it worked great and gave them the perfect start
Date published: 2025-08-18
Rated 5 out of
5
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ksb38020 from
Works Great
Miracle-Gro® Seed Starting Potting Mix, available in an 8-quart bag, is designed to provide an optimal environment for germinating seeds and rooting cuttings. This specialized mix is formulated to promote fast root development and is enriched with Miracle-Gro® Plant Food, offering essential nutrients for young plants.
The mix is suitable for a variety of plants, including vegetables, flowers, and herbs, its fine, airy texture allows delicate roots to spread easily and helps prevent compaction, ensuring seedlings receive adequate oxygen. The product also boasts excellent moisture retention, keeping seeds consistently damp without becoming waterlogged, which can help prevent issues like damping-off disease. Despite its moisture-retaining properties, it drains quickly, making it more forgiving if slightly overwatered.
One of the key benefits highlighted by users is the mix's ability to feed plants instantly and continue to provide nutrients for up to three months due to the blended Miracle-Gro® Plant Food This sustained feeding supports healthy growth and stronger root systems from the outset. The fertilizer analysis of the mix is a neutral 0.03-0.03-0.03 NPK ratio.
While generally well-received for its effectiveness in promoting quick and healthy sprouting, some users have noted that the mix can retain too much moisture, potentially leading to muddy conditions if not managed carefully, especially in trays with limited drainage. For best results, it is recommended for use in containers When starting seeds, users should select a shallow container with a drain hole, fill it with the mix, plant seeds according to package directions, water, and keep moist and out of direct sunlight. For establishing cuttings, the process involves filling a container, watering thoroughly, making holes, inserting cuttings, and keeping them moist and out of direct sunlight.
Overall, Miracle-Gro® Seed Starting Potting Mix is a popular choice for gardeners looking to give their seeds and cuttings a strong start, providing the necessary nutrients.
Date published: 2025-08-18
Rated 5 out of
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Larry S from
Seed Starting Potting Mix is the BEST!
Seed Starting Potting Mix is the best way to start any seeds and this mix jump starts the growth to greener and healthier plants. I have tried other similar products in the past but I keep coming back to Miracle Gro! Don’t waste your money on anything else and start with the best.
Date published: 2025-08-18
Rated 5 out of
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Melissa from
Best potting mix there is!
Best potting mix there is! I’ve used this for years and love it. Most recently I just started some cuttings in it. They’re fast to take, the soil mix has a good texture and doesn’t get too compact. It’s definitely my go to.
Date published: 2025-08-18
Rated 5 out of
5
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Apinkjellybean04 from
Amazing product
Good quality product. Hands down the best one to use if your planting seeds. It helps it grow i used this on my marigolds and i all ready have sprouts. I definitely will be buying this more often to help my plants start.
Date published: 2025-08-18
Rated 5 out of
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Becnix from
Strong roots
Miracle-gro seed starting potting mix helped germinate my tomatoes. My plants are looking good. Helps hold moisture to the soil. Did have some debris like pieces of sticks in the soil mix. It also helps fertilize the seeding and plant roots.
Date published: 2025-08-17
Rated 5 out of
5
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Flossie from
Plant Babies Are Happy
It's been about a month that my herb babies got planted and they seem to be doing well! They started from seeds from my local stand and have grown beautifully in the time they've been planted. I have basil, mint, and oregano and all are coming along lovely. Great starter for your plant babies!!
Date published: 2025-08-16
Rated 5 out of
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KatherineB from
Great for starting seeds
Miracle-Gro Seed Starting Potting Mix is great for when you are starting seeds. Seeds are so particular with their own needs and I've had problems in the past with starting seeds and then they don't grow past a certain point because they are lacking some nutrition. If you're like me, you'll want to start your seeds with this potting mix next time. It has everything seeds need to keep them growing strong.
Date published: 2025-08-15
Rated 5 out of
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TRey from
Just the right mix
Excellent product. Just the right mix for quick growing and healthy vegetables for my garden. Very easy to use and it absorbed watering quickly without drying out to fast. Very pleased and will definitely use this again.
Date published: 2025-08-15
Rated 5 out of
5
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Krobertson1990 from
Helped my herb garden grow
I used the soil to help me grow some fresh herbs in my garden bed and did a great job at helping them to sprout very fast! It’s packed with nutrients and helps to provide your seedlings what they need to get them to grow fast and strong.
Date published: 2025-08-15
Rated 5 out of
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Anthony from
Scotts seed starter soil
Nice convenient size bag for starter seeds. Product pours and packs in my multi-pod trays very easily. Seed seem to sprout a bit sooner and very health foliage on my radishes, peppers, zinnias, and great root growth.
Date published: 2025-08-14
Rated 5 out of
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Courtney from
Works great!
I am Happy with this seed starting blend. It does a great job starting seeds I also use it for seedlings as well and it does fantastic. Plants seem to grow faster in this mix compared to other mixes I’ve used in the past.
Date published: 2025-08-12
Rated 5 out of
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Lydi1989 from
Great potting mix
This potting mix is amazing. I added it to my flower pots and my flowers have grown bigger and more healthier then ever before. The bag was a decent size and the potting mix was enough to cover 5 pots. This is well worth the money!
Date published: 2025-08-12
Rated 5 out of
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Simoriah from
Excellent potting soil
This Seed-Starting Potting Mix exceeded expectations. Designed specifically for germination, it has a fine, airy texture that makes it easy for delicate roots to spread. It stays light even after watering, preventing compaction and giving seedlings the oxygen they need.
Moisture retention is excellent—enough to keep seeds consistently damp without turning soggy, which helps prevent damping-off disease. The mix drains quickly, yet still holds just the right amount of water, making it more forgiving if you overwater slightly. I noticed my seeds sprouted evenly and ahead of schedule compared to previous years using generic soil.
It’s also free of large debris or sticks, which is crucial when sowing tiny seeds like lettuce or basil. The pH balance appears well-calibrated for a wide range of vegetables, herbs, and flowers.
My seedlings have never looked more vigorous right out of the gate.
Date published: 2025-08-11
Rated 5 out of
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Pamela from
Miracle Gro Is The Best
I love miracle grow for all my gardening . I will use this next season to start my plants and vegetables it will make them grow fast and healthy .Miracle Gro is the best !! . This is a nice potting soil. It's is very finely granulated and rich. It doesn't come in a super large bag, but is enough for several small pots or, 1 pretty big container.
Date published: 2025-08-11
Rated 5 out of
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Emily219 from
Potting mix
I used all this seed starting potting mix for my vegetable garden. I planted tomatoes, cucumbers, watermelon and some flowers. It is a nice size bag and i love that it has the plant food in the potting mix.
Date published: 2025-08-11
Rated 5 out of
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Tiffany from
Good quality
I love the quality of this potting mix. It has made all of my plants fully flourish and thrive all summer long. I definitely recommend miracle grow potting mix for all your planting needs. Run and grab a bag now!
Date published: 2025-08-11
Rated 5 out of
5
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Ishi from
Nutrient soil
It's an effective potting soil for baby plants. My plants have grown well with this soil and they look healthy. It has a good mixture of soil with nutrients to help them grow and maintain their vitals. They havw flourished well.
Date published: 2025-08-11
Rated 5 out of
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Sam from
Potting Soil
I used the product to establish two pots of Zinneas and was impressed with the results. The plants they have produced look extremely heathy and the flowers are impressive. The packaging made it easy to bring to the potting station.
Date published: 2025-08-11
Rated 5 out of
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Dee from
Great for cuttings!
This Miracle Gro Seed Starting potting mix is great for cuttings!! I needed to transplant some cuttings of dieffenbachia so i decided to use this potting mix from Miracle Gro. So far, still good and thriving! Also used some to transplant my christmas cactus. Just mixed in with some bark and it was good!
Date published: 2025-08-11
Rated 5 out of
5
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Kinzz37 from
Easy to grow seedling!
This mix is light and airy, making it easy for seeds to sprout and roots to grow. It keeps moisture well without staying too wet, so seedlings develop strong and healthy. The fine texture is clean and free of large pieces.
It works best for starting seeds and should be followed by transplanting once plants have a few true leaves. Overall, it helps seeds germinate consistently and grow into healthy young plants.
Date published: 2025-08-11
Rated 5 out of
5
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Jen from
Great quality potting mix
I used this mix for my strawberry plants and they’re thriving! Great drainage, holds moisture well, and it’s super easy to work with. My plants look healthy and strong. I will definitely use it again!
Date published: 2025-08-11
Rated 5 out of
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HokumandHex from
Works well for me
Good stuff here. My seedlings are off to a great start. The consistency of the product is exactly what inwas looking for. The shipping was great and the bag sealed properly. Easy to carry and easy to open this feels like a quality product.
Date published: 2025-08-11
Rated 5 out of
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Jeremy P from
Strong start
I used this to start growing some tomatoes and some peppers. The soil was easy to work with and stayed moist for a while after watering. I’d like to try next to use it to plant some cutting from my neighbors vegetables.
Date published: 2025-08-11
Rated 5 out of
5
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Elle G from
My Favorite Seed Starter
Great for germinating seeds. I've used this to start seeds for both vegetables and flowers. They all grew healthy and gave bountiful yields. I use this each time and have never been disappointed with the results.
Date published: 2025-08-11