Comparison: Best Lowe’S Miracle Grow Soil (Updated | Nov 11th)
We’ve tested the top picks—from potting mixes to garden soils—to find out which ones give your plants the boost they really need. Spoiler: not all Miracle-Gro soils are created equal. Whether you’re growing tomatoes, flowers, or houseplants, we’ll break down the best options so you can skip the guesswork and start growing with confidence.
Editor’s Choice
Best for a specific purpose
- Best for eco-friendly aroid mix: Craft Aroid Potting Mix- Elite Organic Alocasia
- Best for all-in-one super soil: California Super Soil Premium 100% Organic Autoflower Super Soil – 18+ Nutrient Blend – Garden Soil for Indoor Grow Kit – 6Lbs Bag – Grows 2 Plants
- Best for fern fiber boost: Craft Aroid Potting Mix- Elite Organic Alocasia
- Best for high-yield super soil: California Super Soil Premium 100% Organic Super Soil – 18+ Nutrient Blend – Living Soil Technology – Potting and Garden Soil for Indoor Grow Kit – 6Lbs Bag – Grows 2 Plants
- Best for versatile tropical blend: Craft Aroid Potting Mix- Elite Organic Alocasia
- Best for compressed coco power: WONDER SOIL Organic Potting Soil | Ready to Plant Coco Coir Fully Loaded with Nutrients | 3 LBS Bag Expands to 12 Quarts of Indoor Outdoor Soil for Gardens & Plants | Incl Worm Castings
- Best for bulk super soil: California Super Soil Premium 100% Organic Super Soil – 18+ Nutrient Blend – Living Soil Technology – Potting and Garden Soil for Indoor Grow Kit – 18Lbs Bag – Grows 6 Plants
- Best for peace lily specialist: Doter Organic Peace Lily Soil Mix 1qt
- Best for quick planting wafers: Wonder Soil | 18 Wafers | 1 Wafer Fills an 8″ Pot | Ready to Plant Organic Potting Soil Loaded with Nutrients | 18 Wafers Expand to 9 Quarts of Indoor Outdoor Soil | Incl Worm Castings
Product Comparison: Best Lowe’S Miracle Grow Soil
Eco-Friendly Aroid Mix
Craft Aroid Potting Mix- Elite Organic Alocasia, Philodendron, Monstera Soil Mix, Chunky, Well Draining Potting Soil for Indoor Plants, All Tropical Plants & Houseplants, Sustainable & Peat Free 8QT
Grow Queen
- NUTRIENT RICH & PLANT FOOD COMPATIBLE: Our tropical plant soil is full of living beneficial microbes. Enriched with essential nutrients, organic matter, and worm castings, this tropical potting soil works perfectly with Grow Queen Organic All-Purpose Plant Food for robust and healthy growth.
- READY TO USE AND PET FRIENDLY: Pre-mixed and moist, this monstera potting mix is ready to use straight out of the bag, offering convenience for both novice and experienced plant enthusiasts. Plus, this houseplant potting soil is safe for homes with pets, ensuring a non-toxic environment for your furry friends.
- CERTIFIED ORGANIC COCO COIR: Our coco coir is certified organic and sourced from a farm using sustainable farming strategies. It’s washed more times for salt than the competition, making it some of the cleanest, highest-grade coco coir on the market.
- PEAT- FREE AND PERLITE- FREE: Harvesting peat releases significant carbon dioxide, contributing to climate change, and depletes biodiverse habitats. Perlite production is energy-intensive, involving heating volcanic glass to high temperatures. Instead, we use eco-friendly pumice and lava rock—natural volcanic rocks requiring no additional processing—which enhance soil structure and drainage in this indoor potting soil for house plants.
- OPTIMAL DRAINAGE, ENHANCED AERATION, and ROOT HEALTH: This chunky aroid mix features large Douglas fir bark fines, lava rock, and pumice, which enhance aeration for instant drainage and consistent airflow. This makes it almost impossible to overwater, preventing root rot and ensuring your Monstera, Hoya, Pothos, ZZ plant, and Thai Constellation Monstera thrive.
- MADE WITH NEW ZEALAND TREE FERN FIBER: New Zealand Tree Fern Fiber is especially beneficial to Alocasias, Anthuriums, and all tropical plants, this house plant soil acts as a soil conditioner and neutralizes pH down to 6.0, mimicking the natural pH of native tropical plant soil.
- OPTIMAL WITH ALL PLANTS: Built for Tropicals but optimal for all popular houseplants including, Pothos, Hoyas, African Violets, Fiddle Leaf Fig, Snake Plants, String of Pearls, Palms, Begonias and many more
All-in-One Super Soil
California Super Soil Premium 100% Organic Autoflower Super Soil – 18+ Nutrient Blend – Garden Soil for Indoor Grow Kit – 6Lbs Bag – Grows 2 Plants
THEBUDGROWER
- PREMIUM SOIL CONCENTRATE: Soil is one of the most important aspects to any grow. Just like it is for any other organism, a balanced diet is extremely important for your plant’s health. Optimal nutrient ratios and concentrations in California Super Soil nourish your plant and allow for a bountiful, organic grow!
- STOP TRYING, START GROWING: California Super Soil is all you need for the best growing results! All ingredients are 100% organic, designed on a molecular level to be the perfect growing medium. You will never have to add any nutrients or worry about management all the way from seed to harvest. One-step solution to growing bigger, healthier plants with robust root structures.
- CONCENTRATED STRENGTH: Mix the organic concentrate with your soil medium to give your plants what they need to flourish. With just a single 5 lb. bag, you can create up to 30 gallons of Living Super Soil! 100% more concentrated than leading brands with active microbes, shown to increase plant uptake of vital nutrients, such as phosphorus.
- LIVING SOIL TECHNOLOGY: Our concentrate is fermented, allowing microbes to begin breaking down amendments into forms that can be absorbed by your plants. Multiple scientific studies have shown these microbes increase plant uptake of vital nutrients, such as phosphorus, and improve soil aggregation. This regulation also helps prevent any potential nutrient burn to your plant!
- INDOOR PLANT SOIL KIT INCLUDES: 5 lbs of Premium Soil Concentrate & Rapid Rooters | Check out our full inventory of items that work hand in hand with our soil like our hydroponics growing system and other hydroponics supplies for your indoor gardening
Fern Fiber Boost
Craft Aroid Potting Mix- Elite Organic Alocasia, Philodendron, Monstera Soil Mix, Chunky, Well Draining Potting Soil for Indoor Plants, All Tropical Plants & Houseplants, Sustainable & Peat Free 4QT
Grow Queen
- NUTRIENT RICH & PLANT FOOD COMPATIBLE: Our tropical plant soil is full of living beneficial microbes. Enriched with essential nutrients, organic matter, and worm castings, this tropical potting soil works perfectly with Grow Queen Organic All-Purpose Plant Food for robust and healthy growth.
- READY TO USE AND PET FRIENDLY: Pre-mixed and moist, this monstera potting mix is ready to use straight out of the bag, offering convenience for both novice and experienced plant enthusiasts. Plus, this houseplant potting soil is safe for homes with pets, ensuring a non-toxic environment for your furry friends.
- MADE WITH NEW ZEALAND TREE FERN FIBER: New Zealand Tree Fern Fiber is especially beneficial to Alocasias, Anthuriums, and all tropical plants, this house plant soil acts as a soil conditioner and neutralizes pH down to 6.0, mimicking the natural pH of native tropical plant soil.
- PEAT- FREE AND PERLITE- FREE: Harvesting peat releases significant carbon dioxide, contributing to climate change, and depletes biodiverse habitats. Perlite production is energy-intensive, involving heating volcanic glass to high temperatures. Instead, we use eco-friendly pumice and lava rock—natural volcanic rocks requiring no additional processing—which enhance soil structure and drainage in this indoor potting soil for house plants.
- OPTIMAL DRAINAGE, ENHANCED AERATION, and ROOT HEALTH: This chunky aroid mix features large Douglas fir bark fines, lava rock, and pumice, which enhance aeration for instant drainage and consistent airflow. This makes it almost impossible to overwater, preventing root rot and ensuring your Monstera, Hoya, Pothos, ZZ plant, and Thai Constellation Monstera thrive.
- CERTIFIED ORGANIC COCO COIR: Our coco coir is certified organic and sourced from a farm using sustainable farming strategies. It’s washed more times for salt than the competition, making it some of the cleanest, highest-grade coco coir on the market.
- OPTIMAL WITH ALL PLANTS: Built for Tropicals but optimal for all popular houseplants including, Pothos, Hoyas, African Violets, Fiddle Leaf Fig, Snake Plants, String of Pearls, Palms, Begonias and many more
High-Yield Super Soil
California Super Soil Premium 100% Organic Super Soil – 18+ Nutrient Blend – Living Soil Technology – Potting and Garden Soil for Indoor Grow Kit – 6Lbs Bag – Grows 2 Plants
THEBUDGROWER
- 5% SOIL AND 95% NUTRIENTS: California Super Soil is a highly concentrated super soil designed specifically for vegetating and flowering plants. California Super Soil allows growers to achieve higher yeilds while also making the growing process cheaper and easier!
- GOOD LIVING SOIL TECHNOLOGY: All growers will love the living soil technology of California Super Soil since there is no need for advanced nutrients or plant food ever for your vegetable garden. Simply add soils media and regular tap water and that’s it!
- ORGANIC SOIL MIX: Most other indoor plant food and garden soil products are manufactured using process ingredients that cannot be properly absorbed into the soil, unlike ours. The 18+ nature’s nutrient blend ensures your vegetable plants get off to the right start and then continue growing strong right up to harvest.
- MADE EASY GARDEN SOIL MIX: Fermented for just over 2 months allows microbes to begin breaking down amendments and cycling them into plant forms. This prevents any burning from the soil to make certain the best possible growth with our indoor growing soil blend in your indoor garden.
- INDOOR PLANT SOIL KIT INCLUDES: (x2) 6lb bags of Cali Super Soil. This kit will keep you on track with your grow by providing enough for another bulk of plants, or one big grow! Check out our full inventory of items that work hand in hand with our soil like our hydroponics growing system and other hydroponics supplies for your indoor gardening.
- BEST SUPER SOIL: To grow the best, you need the top planting soil. Our new California Super Soil is all you need for the best growing results without using any harsh chemicals. A nutrient rich artisanal soil formulated throughout the years in research and development to result in a final blend unmatched by others
Versatile Tropical Blend
Craft Aroid Potting Mix- Elite Organic Alocasia, Philodendron, Monstera Soil Mix, Chunky, Well Draining Potting Soil for Indoor Plants, All Tropical Plants & Houseplants, Perlite & Peat Free 2QT
Grow Queen
- NUTRIENT RICH & PLANT FOOD COMPATIBLE: Our tropical plant soil is full of living beneficial microbes. Enriched with essential nutrients, organic matter, and worm castings, this tropical potting soil works perfectly with Grow Queen Organic All-Purpose Plant Food for robust and healthy growth.
- READY TO USE AND PET FRIENDLY: Pre-mixed and moist, this monstera potting mix is ready to use straight out of the bag, offering convenience for both novice and experienced plant enthusiasts. Plus, this houseplant potting soil is safe for homes with pets, ensuring a non-toxic environment for your furry friends.
- CERTIFIED ORGANIC COCO COIR: Our coco coir is certified organic and sourced from a farm using sustainable farming strategies. It’s washed more times for salt than the competition, making it some of the cleanest, highest-grade coco coir on the market.
- PEAT- FREE AND PERLITE- FREE: Harvesting peat releases significant carbon dioxide, contributing to climate change, and depletes biodiverse habitats. Perlite production is energy-intensive, involving heating volcanic glass to high temperatures. Instead, we use eco-friendly pumice and lava rock—natural volcanic rocks requiring no additional processing—which enhance soil structure and drainage in this indoor potting soil for house plants.
- OPTIMAL DRAINAGE, ENHANCED AERATION, and ROOT HEALTH: This chunky aroid mix features large Douglas fir bark fines, lava rock, and pumice, which enhance aeration for instant drainage and consistent airflow. This makes it almost impossible to overwater, preventing root rot and ensuring your Monstera, Hoya, Pothos, ZZ plant, and Thai Constellation Monstera thrive.
- MADE WITH NEW ZEALAND TREE FERN FIBER: New Zealand Tree Fern Fiber is especially beneficial to Alocasias, Anthuriums, and all tropical plants, this house plant soil acts as a soil conditioner and neutralizes pH down to 6.0, mimicking the natural pH of native tropical plant soil.
- OPTIMAL WITH ALL PLANTS: Built for Tropicals but optimal for all popular houseplants including, Pothos, Hoyas, African Violets, Fiddle Leaf Fig, Snake Plants, String of Pearls, Palms, Begonias and Even Drought Friendly Plants like Succulents and Cactus.
Compressed Coco Power
WONDER SOIL Organic Potting Soil | Ready to Plant Coco Coir Fully Loaded with Nutrients | 3 LBS Bag Expands to 12 Quarts of Indoor Outdoor Soil for Gardens & Plants | Incl Worm Castings, Perlite
Wonder Soil
- NUTRIENT RICH & INDOOR/OUTDOOR FAST GERMINATION… Wonder Soil Premium Organic Potting Soil Mix is the only dry compressed coco coir mix with added amendments of worm castings, mycorrhizae, kelp, perlite and more! Grow your plants faster with stronger roots! Peat free, all natural, family and pet safe!
- A LITTLE DOES A LOT… your little BIG bag of compressed indoor potting soil & garden soil for outdoor plants expands to 4 TIMES THE SIZE when mixed with water; easy to carry & saves vital shed space.
- PRE-MIXED & READY TO USE ORGANIC POTTING MIX … Pre-mixed and ready to use organic potting soil and garden soil mix to help make your gardening or hobby growing a breeze. Simply transplant your desired plants into their new container and add our soil mix or pour our soil mix and plant your seeds.
- WATER RETENTION & DRAINAGE… Coco coir has excellent water retention with dependable drainage and aeration in the root zone. Save up to 50% of water, fertilizer, and seed!
- HEAVY DUTY RESEALABLE BAG… Use what you need and save the rest for later! Keeping your planting soil dry and safe!
Bulk Super Soil
California Super Soil Premium 100% Organic Super Soil – 18+ Nutrient Blend – Living Soil Technology – Potting and Garden Soil for Indoor Grow Kit – 18Lbs Bag – Grows 6 Plants
THEBUDGROWER
- 5% SOIL AND 95% NUTRIENTS: California Super Soil is a highly concentrated super soil designed specifically for vegetating and flowering plants. California Super Soil allows growers to achieve higher yeilds while also making the growing process cheaper and easier!
- GOOD LIVING SOIL TECHNOLOGY: All growers will love the living soil technology of California Super Soil since there is no need for advanced nutrients or plant food ever for your vegetable garden. Simply add soils media and regular tap water and that’s it!
- ORGANIC SOIL MIX: Most other indoor plant food and garden soil products are manufactured using process ingredients that cannot be properly absorbed into the soil, unlike ours. The 18+ nature’s nutrient blend ensures your vegetable plants get off to the right start and then continue growing strong right up to harvest.
- MADE EASY GARDEN SOIL MIX: Fermented for just over 2 months allows microbes to begin breaking down amendments and cycling them into plant forms. This prevents any burning from the soil to make certain the best possible growth with our indoor growing soil blend in your indoor garden.
- INDOOR PLANT SOIL KIT INCLUDES: (x) 12lb bags of Cali Super Soil. This kit will keep you on track with your grow by providing enough for another bulk of plants, or one big grow! Check out our full inventory of items that work hand in hand with our soil like our hydroponics growing system and other hydroponics supplies for your indoor gardening.
- BEST SUPER SOIL: To grow the best, you need the top planting soil. Our new California Super Soil is all you need for the best growing results without using any harsh chemicals. A nutrient rich artisanal soil formulated throughout the years in research and development to result in a final blend unmatched by others
Peace Lily Specialist
Doter Organic Peace Lily Soil Mix 1qt, Indoor Plants Potting Mix for Planting, Growing, or Repotting Peace Lily Plants, Grow Healthy houseplants Indoors
Doter
- 【Optimal nutrition for peace lilies】The soil mix is specifically formulated to meet the nutritional needs of peace lilies, providing them with essential elements for healthy growth and vibrant foliage. It supports strong root development and encourages beautiful, long-lasting blooms
- 【Optimal nutrition for peace lilies】The soil mix is specifically formulated to meet the nutritional needs of peace lilies, providing them with essential elements for healthy growth and vibrant foliage. It supports strong root development and encourages beautiful, long-lasting blooms
- 【Balanced pH levels】Our nutrient soil is carefully balanced to maintain the ideal pH levels for peace lilies. This optimal pH environment ensures proper nutrient absorption and supports optimal growth, making your peace lilies thrive
- 【Premium soil conditioners】We incorporate high-quality soil conditioners in our product to improve soil structure and promote better root aeration. This allows peace lilies to access oxygen and nutrients more efficiently, resulting in healthier and more robust plants
- 【Easy to use】Our peace lily nutrient soil comes in user-friendly packaging, making it convenient for both beginners and experienced gardeners. It is pre-mixed and ready to use, saving you time and effort in soil preparation
Quick Planting Wafers
Wonder Soil | 18 Wafers | 1 Wafer Fills an 8″ Pot | Ready to Plant Organic Potting Soil Loaded with Nutrients | 18 Wafers Expand to 9 Quarts of Indoor Outdoor Soil | Incl Worm Castings, Perlite
Wonder Soil
- NUTRIENT RICH & INDOOR/OUTDOOR FAST GERMINATION… Wonder Soil Premium Organic Potting Soil wafers are the only dry compressed coco coir mix with added amendments of worm castings, mycorrhizae, kelp, perlite and more! Grow your plants faster with stronger roots! Peat free, all natural, family and pet safe!
- A LITTLE DOES A LOT… You get 18 wafers! One wafer will fill an 8″ pot. All 18 wafers expand to 9 quarts of ready to plant nutrient rich soil.
- PERFECT FOR: Indoor & Outdoor Houseplants, Flowers, Fruits, Microgreens, Vegetables and more.
- PRE-MIXED & READY TO USE ORGANIC POTTING WAFERS … Pre-mixed and ready to use organic potting soil and garden soil mix to help make your gardening or hobby growing a breeze. Simply transplant your desired plants into their new container and add our soil mix or pour our soil mix and plant your seeds.
- WATER RETENTION & DRAINAGE… Coco coir has excellent water retention with dependable drainage and aeration in the root zone. Save up to 50% of water, fertilizer, and seed!
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Buying Guide
FAQs
What should I look for when choosing a potting mix for tropical houseplants?
Focus on a mix that offers good drainage, aeration, and beneficial microbes to support root health. Look for peat‑free formulas with organic coco coir, pumice, or lava rock, which prevent over‑watering and improve soil structure. Pet‑friendly, pre‑moistened mixes add convenience and safety for households with animals.
How does the Craft Aroid Potting Mix compare to the California Super Soil concentrate?
The Craft Aroid Mix is a ready‑to‑use, peat‑free blend designed specifically for aroids, featuring coco coir, bark fines, and lava rock for rapid drainage. California Super Soil is a concentrated organic amendment that you mix with a base medium to create a living soil, suitable for a broader range of vegetables and flowering plants. The Aroid mix offers immediate use, while Super Soil provides a customizable, nutrient‑dense solution.
Is the Wonder Soil wafer system a good value for small‑pot growers?
Wonder Soil wafers expand to fill an 8‑inch pot and include amendments like worm castings and mycorrhizae, delivering a nutrient‑rich environment in a compact form. Because each wafer yields about 9 quarts of soil, the system reduces storage space and waste, making it cost‑effective for hobbyists who grow a few plants at a time. It’s especially handy for indoor growers who need a quick, mess‑free setup.
Which product offers the most sustainable ingredients?
Both the Craft Aroid Mix and Wonder Soil emphasize peat‑free formulations, using organic coco coir and volcanic rocks such as pumice and lava rock. The Aroid mix also highlights certified organic coco coir and New Zealand tree fern fiber, while Wonder Soil uses compressed coco coir with added organic amendments. Overall, they each avoid peat and perlite, reducing carbon impact and resource intensity.
Do I need to add extra fertilizer to the Craft Aroid Mix or the California Super Soil?
The Craft Aroid Mix is compatible with supplemental plant foods but does not require them for healthy growth; its built‑in microbes and nutrients support most aroids out of the bag. California Super Soil is marketed as a “one‑step” solution, with a living soil technology that supplies nutrients throughout the plant’s life, eliminating the need for additional fertilization in most cases.
How does the Doter Organic Peace Lily Soil differ from the other mixes?
The Peace Lily Soil is formulated specifically for peace lilies, focusing on balanced pH and nutrients that promote strong root development and bloom longevity. Unlike the broader aroid mixes, it contains premium soil conditioners tailored to the acidic preferences of peace lilies. It’s pre‑mixed and ready to use, making it a convenient choice for beginners growing this particular species.
What are the cost considerations when buying a 5‑lb bag of California Super Soil versus a 1‑qt bag of Craft Aroid Mix?
A 5‑lb bag of California Super Soil concentrate can be diluted to produce up to 30 gallons of living soil, offering a lower per‑gallon cost for large‑scale growers. The 1‑qt Craft Aroid Mix, while more expensive per volume, provides a ready‑to‑plant solution with precise formulation for aroids, saving time and effort. Choose Super Soil for bulk projects and the Aroid mix for convenience and specialized performance.