Living Soil

Unlock the power of premium living soil—a dynamic ecosystem designed to fuel vigorous plant growth naturally. Whether you’re wondering is soil living? or looking to understand what is living soil, the answer lies in the soil food web, where bacteria, mycorrhizal fungi, earthworms, and organic matter all work together to support healthy plant roots. From FoxFarm Ocean Forest Organic Potting Mix soil to Premier Tech Pro-Mix, our collection is ideal for everything from indoor growing systems and AC Infinity grow tents to regenerative no-till gardens using the finest organic compost.

Each cubic foot of this organic living soil is crafted with compost, worm castings, kelp meal, bone meal, sphagnum peat moss, and nitrogen-fixing bacteria, forming a rich soil profile that doesn’t require synthetic inputs. Perfect for gardeners exploring how to make living soil, using Roots Organics - Original Potting Soil, or blending a DIY mix with our trusted living soil recipe.

Shop top-rated garden soil, potting soil, and soil amendments that include organic nutrients, bloom powder, chicken manure fertilizer, and natural fertilizer for plants. Whether you’re growing with FoxFarm Happy Frog, Happy Cow, Pro-Mix soil, or searching for the best organic fertilizer options like compost tea and gnarly barley, you’ll find cost-effective, microbial-rich blends that meet your indoor and outdoor gardening needs.

FAQ

Is soil living?
Yes, soil is living—or at least it should be. True living soil contains active ecosystems of bacteria, fungi, earthworms, and other living organisms that work together to support healthy plant growth.

What is living soil?
Living soil is a biologically active growing medium rich in organic matter, compost, and beneficial microbes. It nurtures plants through a natural food web, supplying nutrients without the use of synthetic fertilizers.

Is soil a living thing?
Soil itself isn’t a living organism, but it's home to millions of them. From mycorrhizal fungi to nitrogen-fixing bacteria, these organisms transform the soil into a living, breathing environment that supports plant life.

How to make living soil?
To create living soil, start with a base of peat moss, aeration (like perlite), and compost. Add worm castings, bone meal, kelp meal, and cover crops. Keep the mix moist and inoculate it with compost tea to activate the soil food web.