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Mother Earth Groundswell Performance Soil, All-Purpose Potting Soil for Root Growth, 8 qt.
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Mother Earth Groundswell Performance Soil, All-Purpose Potting Soil for Root Growth, 8 qt.

4.7(588 ratings)

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  • Best price today: $12.99 at Guadalupe Lumber Co (checked Nov 14, 2026).
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Our take on the Mother Earth Groundswell Performance Soil, All-Purpose Potting Soil for Root Growth, 8 qt.

Groundswell Performance Soil is an all-purpose potting mix built around high aeration and air-holding capacity to push root growth. It blends peat moss, forest products, perlite, pumice, worm castings, guano and meals, and is ready to use straight from the bag. It suits container growers and raised-bed gardeners running heavy-feeding plants who want more drainage control than a standard peat mix gives. Against basic potting soils it is a lighter, airier mix with organic inputs already included, though it is a small bag and not a budget bulk option.

Best forContainer growers of heavy-feeding plantsRaised-bed and patio gardenersIndoor and outdoor pottingGrowers who want a light, airy mix
Pros
  • High-aeration, air-holding formula for root growth
  • Perlite and pumice give strong drainage
  • Includes worm castings, guano and meals
  • Ready to use out of the bag
  • Works indoors, outdoors, in pots and raised beds
Cons
  • Small 8 qt. bag goes fast in larger containers
  • Peat-based mix, not a coco or peat-free option
  • Light mix may need more frequent watering
  • Fertilizer content may not carry a full season

Mother Earth Groundswell Performance Soil, All-Purpose Potting Soil for Root Growth, 8 qt. prices at every store

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Mother Earth Groundswell Performance Soil, All-Purpose Potting Soil for Root Growth, 8 qt. price history

$9.97$9.97
Nov 12Nov 14

Lowest price we've seen: $9.97 on Nov 12 at Walmart. Tracked across 4 stores since Nov 12.

What reviewers say

  • 4.7 / 5588 ratings

Rated 4.7 out of 5 across 588 ratings, buyers generally report healthy root growth and good drainage in containers. The main friction points are the small bag size and how quickly a light peat mix dries out.

What people mention
  • Root growthPraisedBuyers report vigorous root development in pots and raised beds.
  • DrainagePraisedThe perlite and pumice give a light, free-draining mix that resists compaction.
  • Bag sizeCriticisedThe 8 qt. bag is small and runs out quickly when filling larger containers.
  • WateringMixedThe airy mix dries out faster, so some growers water more often.
  • TexturePraisedUsers describe a consistent, well-blended mix straight from the bag.

About the Mother Earth Groundswell Performance Soil, All-Purpose Potting Soil for Root Growth, 8 qt.

Mother Earth Groundswell Performance Soil is an all-purpose potting mix made to give plants a strong start. Its high-aeration formula gives more control than traditional potting mixes. The mix holds air well, which supports root growth.

It is a light mix designed for heavy-feeding plants. It is blended from peat moss, forest products, perlite, pumice, worm castings, guano and meals. The soil is ready to use out of the bag.

To use it, fill a container or pot to the desired level and tap down lightly. Transplant your plants and water them in. It can be used indoors or outdoors, in containers or raised beds. Wear gloves and wash your hands after use.

Size
8 qt.
Type
All-purpose potting soil
Ingredients
Peat moss, forest products, perlite, pumice, worm castings, guano, meals
Use
Indoor and outdoor; containers and raised beds
Texture
Light, high-aeration mix
Best for
Heavy-feeding plants
Quantity
1 bag

Specifications

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1Source
size
8 QTSource

Questions and answers

Is Groundswell good for vegetables and other heavy feeders?
Yes. It is blended for heavy-feeding plants and already contains worm castings, guano and meals. Plan to feed again through a long season.
Can I use it indoors?
Yes. It is listed for indoor and outdoor use and for containers or raised beds. Water carefully indoors since the mix drains freely.
Does it need perlite added?
No. Perlite and pumice are already in the blend for aeration. Add more only if you want extra drainage for a particular plant.
How does it compare with a basic potting soil?
It is lighter and airier, with organic inputs already mixed in. Basic soils are heavier and often need perlite added for container use.
Is it ready to use out of the bag?
Yes. Fill your pot, tap the soil down lightly, transplant and water in. No pre-mixing is needed.
Is it peat-based?
Yes. Peat moss is the base, along with forest products, perlite, pumice and organic amendments.
Where is the Mother Earth Groundswell Performance Soil, All-Purpose Potting Soil for Root Growth, 8 qt. cheapest?
At Guadalupe Lumber Co, for $12.99, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Mother Earth Groundswell Performance Soil, All-Purpose Potting Soil for Root Growth, 8 qt.?
Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 588 ratings.
Where can I buy the Mother Earth Groundswell Performance Soil, All-Purpose Potting Soil for Root Growth, 8 qt.?
4 stores we checked sell it, including Walmart, Guadalupe Lumber Co, Stones Ace of, eBay.

Stores we've priced the Mother Earth Groundswell Performance Soil, All-Purpose Potting Soil for Root Growth, 8 qt. at

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