Comments about Organic Seedstarting Mix:

Nice consistency. I used with the APS system and the seeds sprouted quickly.

Comments about Organic Seedstarting Mix:

I can at this time emphasize that potatoe plants "propel" their growth with this product. Today I planted seeds in the cowpots, using this. I shall assume it and the cowpots will give us fantastic plants "smiling" at us. Therefore, I cannot rate it for vegetables, seedlings, herbs or flowers yet. I'd appreciate an opportunity to send a supplemental report in a few weeks after the progress has been displayed in the cowpots and subsequently in the garden plot. THANK YOU VERY MUCH.

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I used the organic mix on all my seeds and they are the most vigorous plants I have ever gotton.

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Love this stuff. Had no problems with starting flowers or vegetables from seed with this mix. I will use it again and buy more next time.

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I compared this product to the transplant mix, a differnent brand of mix and my own compost mix and it beat them all as far as starting seeds. They came up fast and healthy. Great product.

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First time I used this soil

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I just used this over the weekend for seeds and it was heavy and lumpy -- filled with pebbles and twigs and other obstacles for tiny seedlings. Not at all what I was expecting, but I went ahead and used it because I couldn't run out and get something different. Will update my rating if it turns out this is not a problem, but this mix definitely did not have the light, airy quality you want in a seed-starter. More like top soil!

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When I used this seed starter mix I got great results.

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The quality has slipped since I first bought this 3 years ago when there weren't really any competitors. Now there are, take out the wood chips and it'll back to my number 1.

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I think this a great way to begin seed planting.

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Most of the seed starting mixes I found in the garden centers were not organic and had questionable content. I never felt confident that I should use them to grow food. When I tried this mix, my seedlings were strong and healthy. The inclusion of peat in the mix eliminates damping off. A big plus. I had such success that I had enough plants to share with all of my neighbors and gardening friends.

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Lighweight and easy to work with. Used in the Seed Starting Kit that I did not really like. Soil stayed very moist.

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I used this mix with half my seeds and used another name brand mix from [@] and the plants that were started with your mix are twice as big. If you can't make your own mix, I highly recommened this one.

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Used this starting seed for peppers and tomatoes - got 100% germination!! Used a competitor's mix for flowers and got <20% germination. Started again with flowers in your mix and got 80% germination. Seemed to allow for more drainage than other seedstarting mix and roots definitely were stronger when I transplanted the vegetables. I'm sold on this!

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I bought the 2 ft./2 tier garden starter kit, which I am very pleased with. Part of the kit included four bags of the organic seed starting mix. Upon opening one bag, then the rest, there was mold growing on the top of 3 out of 4 bags. I alerted Gardeners and they sent 3 replacement bags. No problem. When I really started the sowing process I was very disappointed with the quality of the mix. It had sticks,what looked like chunks of mulch and good sized rocks. I had to sift every bag. Caused me ALOT of extra work. Never again.

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Great seed starting medium, best I've found.

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I am using the mix in conjunction with the APS-24 and a heat mat to sprout hot peppers and tomatoes. All of the seeds sprouted faster than I expected and are currently thriving. I have no complaints.

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This seed starting mix is not a good product. There is too much nitrogen in here from umcomposted manure. The bag had mold growing on the sides of the bag when I received it, and stunk like it came straight from the cow pasture. I had to take my seedlings out of this mix. Too many twigs and branches in this also.

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I always use this to start my seedlings in the house. My seedlings spout much quicker than the time stated on the package and they are healthy as well.

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This rich, dark mix is extremely effective in giving those seeds a nice strong start. I do wish that it were offered in larger packages, as I use it up quite quickly.

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My seedlings seem to be off to a great start, but I also got what appear to be grass seedlings, which I most definitely did NOT start with my basil and peppers! Needs to be checked for viable seed before it goes out for seedstarting.

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Great organic seed starter mix

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this is way better than the original,good stuff

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This is the best product I have found for seedstarting. The healthiest, strongest starts emerge from this medium, compared to other mixes I have used. I wish it were available in a bigger size, or that there was a price break for buying more than one.

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I use this for seed starting. I love it because it is organic, but I could use a larger quantity bag for all my seed starting

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I used this soil mix because it is organic, unfortunately, starting seeds inside was difficult because the soils weight is very heavy. I ended up with mold on the outside of my cowpots because it held water too well. I would suggest using this as an outdoor seed starting mix directly in the garden so you dont have to baby you new seedlings.

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I used this seed starting mix for all of my vegetables. The plants were perfect when it came time to plant them in the garden in the Spring. I used this for starting peppers, tomatos, pumpkins and cucumbers. Highly recommended.

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Had good success last year using this product for seed germination. Seedlings sprouted quickly and became very healthy plants.

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In the past I have been very impressed with the fine texture of this product. I have not found anything similar in my locale. This year, however, when I filled my seed-starting cells I found lots of small sticks and clumps. Itʻs easy enough to go through the product and pick them out; I guess I was just disappointed.

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used this in the past, great stuff

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Very good for starting seeds early in season.

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I start hundreds of seedlings for our Master Gardener Expo each year. This is the best stuff I've found. The texture is just right for seedlings.

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I'm so excited that it worked. I have my first seeds. They were ready to transplant after only two weeks. I just ordered another bag of this for my next batch.

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I balked at spending the extra money for mail-ordered seedstarting mix, but it is well worth it! My plant were healthier than they have ever been.

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I always keep a bag of the seed starting mix on hand so I can start seeds any time. I've been using this for years. It's a no fail medium for all types of seed. This is a bag of seed starting success.

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Used this in my APS this year & it made a huge difference in the quality of my seedlings, esp tomatoes and peppers. Even though I had to restart my tomatoes a week after the first attempt (cat ate them!), they were still ready for transplanting this weekend. Will definitely buy more next year.

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We compared it to another popular brand of seed-starting mix and we were amazed at the quality of this one. The same seeds were planted in both mixtures on the same day and this mixture produced healthier plants faster. Will definately get more!

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I know rocks and sticks are organic, but in a seed starting mix they are a pain in the ____. I had to go through and pick out the fairly large debris before I could plant the seeds. It should have been sifted better. Also, it just looked like peat moss, nothing really special. I double checked the bag to see if I got the right stuff.

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I started using this last year instead of your previous germinating mix, but I find it makes a heavier medium and seems occasionally to discourage the seeds from germinating. When they do, everything is fine. I think next year I may use the earlier kind for the top layer, as being easier for the sprouts to penetrate on the way up. As a sidelight, I always use newspaper pots made with your potmaker, my all-time favorite among your products.

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Have used this seedstarting mix for two seasons and have had nothing but excellent results. Seedlings come right up healthy and strong! Definitely going to order this again and recommend to everyone.

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Gardeners "normal" seed starting mix is very fine texture throughout and produces great results. Unfortunately the organic mix contained not only sticks and twigs (not a big deal) but some actual stones, larger than nasturtium seeds (or kidney beans, if you prefer.)

Little more than an annoyance (pulled by hand as I went) but I do feel like some seedlings failed or were delayed sprouting due to the density of the mix.

Much as I like to purchase organic when possible I'll either be going back to your non-organic seedstarting mix or buying organic from another source.

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I used this as a seed starter and for transferr
ing to bigger pots. Works great.

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Seed grow great in this! It's so easy

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pairs perfctly with the aps systems

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This organic seed starting mix has given me the largest healthiest plants I have ever started indoors. Can't wait to see how my tomatos bear this summer after getting such a grand start.

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I just automaically use this mix to start all my seeds. It assures me success e very time.

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Dependable mix for a good start when germinating seeds

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The mix got very fungusy/moldy when the seeds were covered waiting for germination. I know it was the mix, because I had some [...] organic mix in the next tray over and that came through fine with no issues.

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Planted 24 tomato seeds in this mix and 23 germinated! First time I have started plants so I'm definitely not an experienced gardener! Also planted lettuce and arugula and it is growing fantastically well. I will definitely be using this mix again! I think it is extremely good quality

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This is my first time purchasing. I really like the seedstarting mix and my plants have germinated faster than in previous years. Will definitely be using this from now on.

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The seedstarter mix was very good ,but I didn't like the sticks and wood pieces in the mix. I wrote back to tell you about it and with your 100% guarantee you were very pleased I let you know how I felt about it,and I was also very pleased with your responce from my letter. I will continue buying my mix from you as you back up everything you sell.Thank you for living up to your reputation and guarantee.

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I was not sure at first. It seemed very lumpy and lots of small twigs etc. I normally use the seedstarting mix, which is much more finely textured. However, the seeds came up so fast and they are so healthy that they obviously do not mind the lumps at all! Fastest germination rate I have seen.

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With my grow light and this mix, I can't seem to go wrong. Every seed I plant grows into a beautiful veggie plant. I am always so excited when it is time to transplant, so I can start another batch of wonderful veggies under my grow light.

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I mixed this with coconut coir, and it started my seeds excellently (just with rather crummy Connecticut half-day sunlight). I really feel like the secret to my seedlings is this organic seedstarting mix.

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I use it to start seeds and it produces strong healthy plants.

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I used this great Organic Seed Starting mix with the cow pots. Most of my seeds have sprouted very quickly and are growing really fast. I should be planting them in no time. It was easy to use and comes pre-mixed and ready to go.

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I use this product to reactivate my container vegetable garden.

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I use this for seed starting but there were quite a few small twigs and it contained large clods of mix. Also the bag size was smaller than I expected, there's no way that I can fill 4-24 APS like it states in the product details.

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Bought at the same time as Professional Seed Starting Mix for comparison. The plants in this mix are thriving! The ones in the Professional Mix are doing well, but I can see an obvious difference. Will definitely use again!

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This product was easy to use and results were outstanding.

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potent blend that had my seeds germinating faster than expected.

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I really don't have anything to compare this with but it is growing my seeds well.....and what more can you ask of it?

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Last February I was hesitant to use the new organic starting mix, but decided to try it; however, after comparing my first batch of tomato plants started in organic germinating mix with those started in the regular, I became a believer--and now will not use anything else! Organic starter is great! I have gardened for over 50 years and tout this as the best! Send more bags!
J.D.

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This stuff is perfect, you can actually water the tray and it absorbs lake magic, just enough. I'll NEVER use Jiffy again! It is a little pricey, but worth it!

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I use the Gardener supply seed starting trays. In the past I have used your non-organic seed starter mix. This year I compared the two and got superior results from the organic mix. Not only better germination but faster growing and healthier seedlings.

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I used this product for starting seed to get a jump on my gardening. It worked really good and my plants were up before I was really ready for them.

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Great starting mix

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this is the best to use when starting seeds inside or if propagating plants

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This is a great product. Every seed seems to start and grow well in this. Never needed to add fertilizer.

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This is the first season that I stored seeds from last years garden...and the first year for me to try a hand at starting plants from seeds. I had my doubts that I could actually grow my plants from seed, however, I was amazed as to how easy it actually was. My plants are sturdy and ready to go into the garden!

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The soil was rich and light. Almost all of my seeds came up. There were a few small twigs, but overall this was one of the best packaged soils I have used.

The only downside was that the bag it came in fell apart at the seam and I lost some of the soil in transport. The broken seam also made it a bit messy to use and store. That is the only reason I did not give this product five stars.

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The success rate is high. Most seeds are germinating. I am very happy with this mix. I never used other product. I cannot make any comparison. But I will continue to use this mix.

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Worked great, virtually all my seeds germinated right on schedule

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Both bags I got are full of twigs, clods of peat, large perlite pieces. Has to be screened to use for seed starting, the purpose for which it is advertised. Did I get a bad batch, or is quality slipping?

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The first thing I noticed is how chunky it is--too many twigs and clumps. It does hold water nicely and I LOVE that it's organic. Only a third of my tomato seeds came up, but they were seeds from last year so that may be part of the problem. I will give this seedstarting mix another try next year.

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The bags were a little smaller than I expected, but I think it's just packaged that way to minimize empty space; it looks like each bag will fill at least two trays.

The texture is not as fine as other seed-starting mixes that I have used in the past, but I liked the fact that it did not feel extremely dry; you can tell that there's organic matter there. I think it will hold moisture well. I won't know for sure what I think of it until I see how the seeds do, but at this point, I'm optimistic that it will be a good medium.

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easy directions for use and worked well

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What can I say . . . makes the conventional seed starter mix obsolete.

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I have used two bag of the seed starting soil and it is working great for me, have started tomatoes squash melons cilanto so far they are growing under light until I can plant outside.

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I used this product and a seed-starting mix from a competitor this year in order to compare the two and decide which I will continue to use in the future. The Gardener's Supply product won hands-down! I will definitely use this mix again ... and again ... and again!

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I have tried a lot of seed starting mixes. This is the best one I've found. I am willing to pay the high price [...] because its such high quality.

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This mix is super fine and lightweight--perfect for starting seed. My seedlings are loving it!

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I have always used the Gardener's Supply seed starting mix and always have 100% germination of my seeds. As an organic gardener, I was thrilled to see a new organic mix. Almost all of of my seeds have already germinated and are doing great! I highly recommend this product.

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Almost all of our seeds sprouted using this mix and they have grown fast. It's organic which makes it even better!

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This product needs no improvement! It is light, holds water, yet drains easily (no soggy feet for my plants). I use it everywhere for seed starting, small container plantings and all my hanging plants. It weighs next to nothing, yet has all a plant needs.

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great for seed starting

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There was plenty of mix for my APS 40, with plenty left over for next year. Plus, the seeds started much quicker than what the packing for the seeds said, so I say it worked well.

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Used in conjunction with Deep-root starting system...worked well except with some finer seeds as this mixture is a bit coarse and contained some larger elements that don't do well with very fine seed like coleus and some helichrysum...but really good for larger seeds.

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I USED THIS PRODUCT TO START SEEDS ,IT HELD MOISTURE VERY WELL,IT WAS VERY LIGHT WEIGHT NO RESTICTION FOR ROOT DEVELOPEMENT,PLUS IT'S A ORGANIC MIXTURE IT DOESEN'T GET BETTER THAN THAT,THINGS THAT ARENT SO GREAT I LIVE IN HAWAII SO TO SHIP STUFF HERE,IT COAST TOO MUCH !!!LOVE YOUR PRODUCT'S GODLESS & HAVE A BEAUTIFUL DAY MUCH ALOHA KEKOA

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Way better than using potting soil; fine texture and less crusting over. Perfect for this organic gardener.

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This is an excellent starting mix. Moistens easily and uniformly, and has a nice texture making it easy to work with, too. The seeds I've planted would seem to agree, as they have produced some very robust seedlings. I will buy this mix again!

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I was so excited to have found an organic seedstarting mix. I got my APS unit ready to fill with the soil. To my dismay there were many large pieces (looked liked slivers of wood) which definitely do not belong in a seedstarting tray. I had to take all of the dirt out and sift it prior to using it in the cells.

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This is my 2nd year of using the Organic Mix for starting flowers & vegetable plants using APS Units under fluorescent lights. Prior to last year I used your regular Germination-mix with good success. Difference between the 2:---the Organic Mix stays "wetter" but the condition does not seem to promote damping-off of the fragile seedlings. Also, the Organic Mix really shines in Root Development! OUTSTANDING!
Only NEGATIVE comment on the Organic Mix is: Still a LOT of TRASH in the new 6-qt. bags! Out of 6 qts. there is one FULL quart of sticks, stones, etc. (TOO MUCH!) Have to SCREEN this Mix in order to use it in the APS Units. NEVER had to do this with the regular Germ.-Mix. It is a pain in the neck to have to do this each time and should NOT be necessary.

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I started some seeds using Organic Seed Starting Mix. They germinated 3-5 days earlier than normal! The seedlings are vigorous and I'm having to pot up earlier than usual. This mix is really good.

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I like this product. I try to grow all vegetables organically. Better healtwise. Hope finding more and more organic products.