{"product_id":"sun-gro-horticulture-black-gold-african-violet-mix-premium-violet-potting-soil","title":"Sun Gro Horticulture Black Gold African Violet Mix – Premium Violet Potting Soil","description":"\u003cp\u003eSun Gro Horticulture's Black Gold African Violet Mix is a thoughtfully layered potting blend designed for African violets and other compact tropical plants. Its dark, rich texture invites the eye while delivering a balance of drainage and moisture retention that helps roots breathe and stay hydrated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat’s inside your bag matters. This mix blends Sphagnum peat moss for moisture retention with perlite and volcanic pumice for airy, well-drained roots. Earthworm castings provide gentle, natural nutrition, while dolomite lime helps keep the soil pH in a sweet spot for violets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInside the mix\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSphagnum peat moss for moisture retention and a soft base\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePerlite and volcanic pumice to promote air spaces and drainage\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli earthworm castings offer gentle natural nutrition\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDolomite lime adjusts soil pH for optimal violet growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat you can expect in practice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFluffy, well-drained texture that helps roots breathe\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBalanced moisture retention reduces the risk of soggy roots\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNutritious boost from earthworm castings\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePH-stable mix using dolomite lime for stable growing conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFor repotting African violets, fill a pot with the mix and position the plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBackfill gently to cover the roots, then water to settle\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWater when the top inch of the mix dries to the touch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct specs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePackage Weight: 1.724 kilograms\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePackage Dimensions: 8.89 L x 37.592 H x 24.13 W cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMade in United States\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\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: What is Sun Gro Black Gold African Violet Mix best for?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Ideal for African violets, balancing drainage and moisture; suitable for compact tropical houseplants with similar needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How should I use this mix when potting?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Use for repotting: fill pot, place violet, backfill gently, and water after planting to settle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"SunGro Horticulture","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45740928368826,"sku":"B00D8NTVVK","price":66.48,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/3536\/8890\/files\/sun-gro-black-gold-african-violet-mix.jpg?v=1774802032","url":"https:\/\/gardencanada.ca\/products\/sun-gro-horticulture-black-gold-african-violet-mix-premium-violet-potting-soil","provider":"Garden Canada","version":"1.0","type":"link"}