Sun Gro Horticulture Black Gold African Violet Mix | Premium Indoor Violet Potting Soil

Overview

Sun Gro Horticulture Black Gold African Violet Mix is designed to support the unique needs of indoor African violets and other compact houseplants. The media blends moisture retention with controlled drainage to keep roots oxygenated and thriving in pots and containers. When opened, the bag reveals a rich, earthy scent and a plush, breathable texture that feels gentle to the touch.

This versatile mix provides a balanced base suitable for regular repotting or fresh plantings, helping promote steady growth and healthy root development in common nursery pots. The blend is crafted with a focus on texture and performance, and it includes lime to gently stabilize soil pH over time for a stable growing environment.

What’s in the mix

• Sphagnum peat moss
• Perlite
• Volcanic pumice
• Earthworm castings
• Dolomite lime for pH adjustment

Each component contributes to a balanced media that resists compaction, fosters air movement at the root zone, and supports even moisture distribution for thriving roots.

Key benefits and how they help

• Moisture retention from peat moss paired with drainage from perlite and pumice helps avoid soggy conditions
• Granular earthworm castings provide a gentle, natural nutrient base for ongoing growth
• Dolomite lime helps stabilize soil pH for a consistent growing environment
• US-made quality with packaging designed for easy handling and storage

Product details

• Package weight: 1.724 kilograms
• Package dimensions: 8.89 L x 37.592 H x 24.13 W cm
• Origin: Made in United States

Usage tips

For best results, fill pots to within an inch of the rim, water evenly, and avoid overwatering. This blend suits African violets and other compact houseplants that prefer evenly moist soil, providing a reliable base for seasonal repotting or new plant starts.