What kind of potting mix/soil (growing media) should I use?Updated a month ago

We have recommended several brands that will work best, but almost any brand of peat-based growing media for containers or hanging plants should work. You’ll need 2 cubic feet (60 dry quarts) per EarthBox Original or EarthBox Root & Veg and 1 cubic foot (30 dry quarts) per EarthBox Junior.

The key is to ensure the potting mix soil is Sphagnum peat-based (70%-95%) with perlite or vermiculite for aeration and drainage. 

DO NOT use growing media with these ingredients: 

• Rock
• Clay
• Sand
• Topsoil
• Compost

Those ingredients can have adverse effects on the success of your crops when growing in the EarthBox. 

As long as you follow the advice and use products listed on our Approved Growing Media page, we guarantee your success.