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Miracle-Gro Moisture Control Potting Mix
4.7 out of 5 stars
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Apr 11, 2023
Dot
1 out of 5 stars review

Awful Potting Soil

I don’t live near a Sam’s anymore so I had my son pick me up 6 bags. I have always used Miracle Grow Potting soil so I figured the Miracle-Gro Moisture Control would be ok and at the sale price it seemed like a bargain. This stuff is awful. I opened the bag and it smells of mold. It is in a big chunk which I had to break up with my hands to even be able to dip it out. The other reviews are right it is full of wood chips and other junk. I have always grown all my flowers and garden plants from seed. I grow well over 150 plants a year. Today I tried to transplant my zinnias to larger cups. I have done about 20 and feel so sick. My head is aching, eyes itching and throat burning. The mix is completely dry so I tried misting it with water as I used it. It didn’t help. Planting delicate little plants to this stuff is impossible. The thought of having to make a 200 mile trip to return this stuff doesn’t please me. My son was nice enough to get it for me. I am not about to ask him to return it. So I guess I will be making the long drive. I will use the one I opened outside in pots. This is going to throw me way behind in planting the rest of my seeds. I don’t know if Sam’s put this on sale to get rid of it because they knew it was old or if the product is just no good. I should have read the more current reviews before I bought this stuff. I am very disappointed and will never buy this product again.

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reply from Miracle-Gro Consumer Services

We're sorry to read about your disappointment with Miracle-Gro Moisture Control Potting Mix and appreciate your feedback.Odor is caused by decomposing natural material and is non-toxic. The petroleum or "gas" smell is from an overgrowth, naturally occurring, harmless bacteria that occur when the soil stays too wet in the bag. Once the material is open and spread, the odor will dissipate on its own within 24-48 hours. We want you to be confident in our products. For this reason, we offer a product guarantee to our consumers. At your earliest convenience, please reach out to us at 877-220-3089 if we can further assist.

Jul 17, 2023
MsPlatinum
1 out of 5 stars review

INFESTED

I bought this to repot my beautiful Peace Lily, Palm Tree, Purple Passion, Philodendron Micans, Philodendron Lemon Lime and my 8 year old White Bird of Paradise plants. After 10 days, my plants started showing signs of sickness. I thought that was very odd. So, I I loosened the soil on my Bird of Paradise and 100s of gnats and tiny flies erupted from the dirt. I screamed like I was in a movie! I prepared a tea tree soap solution with Bronners for the other plants and they were infested really bad as well. I have been bombing my house. The unused bag is outside on the porch waiting for garbage pickup! I loss my Peace Lily, Purple Passion, White Bird of Paradise and the others I'm attempting to save! I'm calling Miracle Gro!

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reply from Miracle-Gro Consumer Services

We are concerned to hear this. We would like the opportunity to gather some additional information and offer assistance. Please reach out to our Consumer Services team at 888-295-6902 for assistance.

May 4, 2024
PickyJim
1 out of 5 stars review

Bring back the good stuff !!

I bought this because Miracle Gro Moisture control has always been very pure & holds moisture. I finished off my old bag, showing dark dirt with white fertilizer balls, and opened my new bag I bought from Sam's Club. The new stuff is junk!! Mostly sticks, which I DID NOT WANT!!! Very little dirt or fertilizer. I tried adding a picture showing comparison, but wouldn't let me add to images.

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reply from Miracle-Gro Consumer Services

We are concerned to hear this. We would like the opportunity to gather some additional information and offer assistance. Please reach out to our Consumer Services team at 888-295-6902 for assistance.

Mar 30, 2025
Aldora
5 out of 5 stars review

Verified Purchase

Great Value

Have used this product many times in the past

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Apr 23, 2024
Jimmer
5 out of 5 stars review

Verified Purchase

Great Buy

Great product when potting your spring plants

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Apr 25, 2024
Salini
5 out of 5 stars review

Verified Purchase

Sam's Does it again !!!

great product at a fantastic price !!! bought 4 bags !!!

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May 10, 2021
Dave M
5 out of 5 stars review

Verified Purchase

Best Potting Soil

Great product and you can't beat the price!

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Jul 7, 2025
DavidRW
3 out of 5 stars review

Verified Purchase

Bag of dirt

Dirty, it gets under your fingernails

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reply from Miracle-Gro Consumer Services

Thank you for your feedback regarding Miracle-Gro Moisture Control Potting Mix. Please note, while we do not add any soil microbes this product, it also is not sterilized.<br />Naturally occurring soil bacteria do not usually cause illness, but we recommend wearing gloves and washing hands after using products. If there is anything we can do to help you have a 5-star experience, please contact our Consumer Services team at 888-295-6902 for assistance.

Mar 15, 2021
ZUKI
5 out of 5 stars review

Verified Purchase

BUY IT

great deal for potting soil.

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May 5, 2022
Beckfritz
5 out of 5 stars review

Verified Purchase

Great for hanging planters or raised gardens

A nice lightweight soil that works well in my raised planters.

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