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Sun Gro Horticulture 8-Quart Black Gold 1311002 Seedling Mix, ba

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Style Peat Moss
Item Weight 2 Pounds
Item Volume 8 Quarts

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  • Black Gold Seedling Mix 8qt Listed by the Organic Materials Review Institute for the production of organic food and fiber
  • This mix combines double screened Canadian Sphagnum Peat Moss and other fine ingredients to give seedlings the aeration and moisture retention they need for strong development
  • This product is made in United States
  • Listed by the organic materials review institute for the production of organic food and fiber
  • Combines double screened Canadian sphagnum peat moss and other fine ingredients to give seedlings the aeration and moisture retention they need for strong development
  • Listed by the organic materials review institute for the production of organic food and fiber
  • Combines double screened Canadian sphagnum peat moss and other fine ingredients to give seedlings the aeration and moisture retention they need for strong development

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4.9 4.9
Easy to use
4.6 4.6
Absorbency
4.3 4.3
Value for money
4.1 4.1

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Sun Gro Horticulture’s mission is to be one of the industry leaders in soilless growing mixes, serving horticultural professionals, retailers, and gardeners with superior quality, branded growing mixes that yield exceptional results. Sun Gro Horticulture is one of the most prominent North American horticultural companies. Since its humble beginnings in 1929, it has become the supplier of soilless growing mixes to North America’s top 100 greenhouse and nursery growers.

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SUNGRO HORTICULTURE Black Gold 1311002 8-Quart Seedling Mix, ba

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Customer reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars
4.6 out of 5
846 global ratings

Customers say

Customers are happy with the germination rates of the soil. They mention that it holds moisture extremely well, and is good for seed geration. They also say that the seedlings look very healthy. Customers are also satisfied with the softness, value, and quality of the product. However, some customers report issues with the size and ability to grow of the seed.

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44 customers mention44 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the germination rates of the soil. They mention that it holds lots of water, is good for seed gerulation, and has fantastic germinating rates. Some say that it's the best seedling soil they have used, and that their plants grow better and faster with it. Overall, customers are happy with the product's germinate rate and recommend it to others.

"We planted our seeds and within 5 days we had sprouts on the tomato plants. Very good stuff." Read more

"...This soil is the perfect mix for starting seeds and it provides the ideal combination of drainage and moisture retention...." Read more

"...sticks, this product is the best I've come across that is basically pure soil...." Read more

"...seeds to sprout, but 1st time I used all seeds sprouted and became healthy plants!" Read more

31 customers mention27 positive4 negative

Customers like the quality of the soil. They mention it's a good product overall, works well enough for starting seeds, and has good stuff in it to support the seedlings. Some say the bag is small, but it worked well for the quantity they needed. Overall, customers recommend this soil as a high-quality and effective option for starting seedling.

"...Very good stuff." Read more

"...recommend black gold seed starter soil to anyone looking for a high-quality and effective option for starting seeds." Read more

"This soil is soft to the touch and seems to be working well with my seed starters." Read more

"Seems pretty good" Read more

11 customers mention8 positive3 negative

Customers like the moisture of the soil. They mention that it holds moisture extremely well, and does well outdoors.

"...seeds and it provides the ideal combination of drainage and moisture retention...." Read more

"...This seedling mix does hold water very well outdoors...." Read more

"Stays wet too long. Has large particles that should be sifted out. More of a starter plant mix. Not good for starting seeds...." Read more

"...effects caused by this soil, and it's a wonderfully soft and moisture-retaining soil...." Read more

6 customers mention6 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the softness of the soil. They mention that it is wonderfully soft, fluffy, and moisture-retaining.

"This soil is soft to the touch and seems to be working well with my seed starters." Read more

"...have had any side effects caused by this soil, and it's a wonderfully soft and moisture-retaining soil...." Read more

"...Dark, rich soil that is fluffy and drains well...." Read more

"...It has a nice fine texture and holds moisture extremely well. It is also very nice that it is on Prime...." Read more

5 customers mention5 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the value of the soil. They mention it works well at a fair price.

"...works better than expected delivers as advertised and so is worth the unavoidable cost." Read more

"...It is also very nice that it is on Prime. It arrives quickly and is less expensive than I can find it locally." Read more

"...Great quality at a great price!" Read more

"It works well at a fair price." Read more

4 customers mention4 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the health of their seedlings after using this soil. They mention that the seedling looks great, and are ready to transplant. They also appreciate the dark color of the soil, and mention that there are no sticks taking up space.

"...The black gold leaves, although, sprouting much slower was beautiful green. I also used black gold in two different ways...." Read more

"...The mixture itself looks good (dark color and nothing like sticks taking up space) and obviously was able to help my seeds grow quickly without..." Read more

"My veggie seedlings sprouted in about 3 days! They look very healthy and will soon be ready to transplant in my garden...." Read more

"my seedlings look great!" Read more

8 customers mention0 positive8 negative

Customers are disappointed with the ability of the soil to grow. They mention that the plants didn't grow at all, and some seeds never came up at all. They also say that the seedlings struggled and the growth was very slow.

"...Then I noticed the plants didn’t grow at all for several days, and the small leaves started falling off, then they died. Same thing with the flowers...." Read more

"...First attempt using this mix resulted in no germination of over 20 seeds. I figured my seeds were a little old and purchased new seeds to sow...." Read more

"32 seedlings planted and none of them sprouted. I’ve been buying seeds from the same place for 20+ years and follow the same process every year...." Read more

"...More of a starter plant mix. Not good for starting seeds. Jiffy from Lowe's or home deopt is the cheaper and better way to go...." Read more

4 customers mention0 positive4 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the size of the soil. They mention that the bag is small, too small to replant, and packs a little tight for their taste.

"...Same thing with the flowers. They stopped growing. They are too small to replant so I’m not sure what to do. Some seeds never came up at all...." Read more

"...Everything looks small and wilted, and the only thing I changed this year from last year, when I had about 90% seed starting success, was the soil I..." Read more

"...The bag is small, but it worked well for the quantity I needed...." Read more

"Works good enough for starting seeds but packs a little to tight for my taste." Read more

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5 Stars
Fabulous product
Was having issues getting vegetable seeds to sprout, but 1st time I used all seeds sprouted and became healthy plants!
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