{"product_id":"organic-plant-magic-compressed-potting-soil-expands-4x-in-water","title":"Organic Plant Magic Compressed Potting Soil: Expands 4x in Water","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA nimble, science-led soil solution for home gardens\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrganic Plant Magic compressed potting soil is a convenient, living blend designed to support healthy growth with less effort. The idea is simple yet powerful: small, dense granules that swell when you add water, creating a versatile growing medium without heavy bags or messy mixing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn minutes, the compressed granules expand up to 4x their original size, yielding up to 3 gallons of soil. The resulting medium is light, fluffy, and easy to handle, whether you are filling a tiny pot or preparing a larger container. The bag is lightweight and easy to store, and the resealable design helps you keep a tidy workspace in the kitchen, greenhouse, or shed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eNourishing composition and soil biology\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e55 plus trace minerals combined with natural inputs including ground coconut coir and worm castings create a nutrient rich base.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHumic acids, amino acids, kelp and GroBiotics with mycorrhizae help support soil biology and root development over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMoisture management for steady growth\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned to wet easily and stay moist longer, supporting air and water access to plant roots as needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for a wide range of uses from seeds and starts to transplants, containers, raised beds and garden plots, indoors or outdoors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSimple steps to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMixing is straightforward — add water at a 1 to 1 ratio to expand up to 4x. Use 1 tsp for small seeds, 1 tbsp for large seeds, 1\/4 cup per seedling, 1 cup per small plant, and 4 cups per gallon plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse the expanded soil straight or blend 1:2 with other soil. As a mulch or top dress, apply a 1\/4 inch layer. A 2 lb bag covers up to 20 square feet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho may appreciate this mix\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned for practicality and broad compatibility, this blend supports a range of projects from herb containers to landscape planters, offering a lightweight option that can adapt to indoor and outdoor setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How do I mix and use the compressed soil?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Add water 1 to 1 with the compressed granules to expand up to 4x, then use by plant size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What plants and setups work best with Organic Plant Magic soil?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Great for seeds, starts, transplants, containers, raised beds, and indoor or outdoor plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Organic Plant Magic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45813112012986,"sku":"B07DF9LN96","price":109.82,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/3536\/8890\/files\/organic-plant-magic-compressed-potting-soil-compact-bag.jpg?v=1777377547","url":"https:\/\/gardencanada.ca\/products\/organic-plant-magic-compressed-potting-soil-expands-4x-in-water","provider":"Garden Canada","version":"1.0","type":"link"}