NEW! - SummerWinds High Performance Organic Potting Soil
We Know - Success Starts in the Soil
At SummerWinds Nursery, we believe successful gardening starts with a strong foundation—and that foundation is soil. Soil isn’t just “dirt”—it’s a living, dynamic ecosystem that supports roots, holds water and air, and helps plants access nutrients.
That’s why we created SummerWinds High Performance Organic Potting Soil (1.5 cu ft. Bag)—a premium professional-grade organic mix, designed to deliver consistent results for both experienced growers and everyday gardeners.
What This Soil Was Designed to Do
This all-purpose organic potting soil is built to support strong plant starts and sustained growth over time.
Built to Support:
- Strong, healthy root development
- Exceptional water retention without soggy soil
- Consistent moisture between waterings
- Healthy soil biology for long-term plant performance
- Reduced transplant shock and stress
Ideal for:
- Containers and raised beds
- Houseplants and tropicals
- Annuals, perennials, vegetables and herbs
- Fruit trees, shrubs and ornamentals
If a plant needs healthy roots and consistent moisture, this soil delivers.
Why This Soil Is Different
There are excellent soils on the market—like E.B. Stone 420 and FoxFarm Ocean Forest. What makes SummerWinds High Performance Organic Potting Soil different is how intentionally it balances water retention, airflow, nutrition, and soil life—all in one mix.
🌟 A Key Differentitor: Superior Water Management 
This soil is designed to hold moisture longer while still draining well, which means:
- Less frequent watering
- More consistent moisture for roots
- Healthier plants during heat, wind, and dry spells
That balance comes from how ingredients work together, not just what’s in the bag.
A Strong Physical Foundation
Every component was selected to support structure, airflow, and moisture control over time—not just right after planting.
- Aged Fir Bark (30–35%) — Creates air pockets for roots and long-lasting structure.
- Coir — Holds moisture extremely well while staying airy.
- Premium Sphagnum Peat Moss — Improves water retention and consistency between waterings.
- Pumice — Keeps roots oxygenated and helps prevent compaction.
👉 This soil holds water where plants need it, but never smothers the roots.
Natural Nutrition—Already Built In
Instead of relying on synthetic fertilizers, this soil uses organic nutrient sources that feed plants and support soil life.
- Supports strong root development
- Provides slow, steady nutrition
- Improves soil structure and microbial activity
👉 It feeds plants naturally while improving the soil itself.
Soil Biology: The Support System
Healthy plants depend on healthy soil life. This mix includes beneficial microbes and mycorrhizae that work with plant roots to improve performance over time.
- Helps roots absorb water and nutrients more efficiently
- Improves drought tolerance
- Reduces stress and transplant shock
- Supports stronger, faster establishment
👉 They act like an extension of the root system, helping plants access what they need.
Extra Performance Boosters
- Humic Acid — Improves nutrient availability and water-holding capacity.
- Yucca Extract — Helps dry soil re-wet evenly.
- Oyster Shell & Dolomite Lime — Help balance pH while supplying calcium and magnesium.
👉 These help the soil work better, especially when conditions aren’t perfect.
How It Compares to Other Premium Soils
| Feature | SummerWinds High Performance | E.B. Stone 420 | FoxFarm Ocean Forest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall goal | Balanced, long-term plant success | Reliable organic mix | Rich, fast growth |
| Water retention | Excellent — holds moisture longer | Very good | Moderate |
| Consistency between waterings | Very high | High | Medium |
| Soil biology support | Robust and intentional | Limited | Minimal |
Why Associates Can Recommend It with Confidence
- 100% natural and organic
- Designed for professional-level performance
- Supports long-term plant health
- Performs consistently across plant types
- Backed by SummerWinds’ plant guarantee
Quick Sales Floor Talking Point
“This soil helps roots establish faster, holds moisture longer, and keeps plants healthier over time.”
At the end of the day, great gardening comes from starting right. We’ve spent years learning what works in our local gardens, listening to our growers, and refining what success really looks like from the ground up.
That’s why we’re proud of SummerWinds High Performance Organic Potting Soil. It’s built to support healthy roots, consistent moisture, and long-term plant performance—so whether you’re planting something new or giving an existing garden a boost, you can feel confident knowing your soil is working for you.
Because when the soil is right, everything else becomes easier.
For the Curious: The Geeky Details
This section is for those who want a deeper look at what’s happening inside the soil. It’s optional—but it explains why this mix performs so well.
This soil includes naturally occurring mycorrhizae and beneficial fungi that form partnerships with plants' roots to:
- Increase nutrient and water uptake
- Improve drought tolerance
- Support faster root establishment
- Help reduce stress and disease pressure
- Promote healthier, more resilient plants over time
Mycorrhizae attach to plant roots and act like an extension of the root system, helping plants access nutrients and moisture beyond the immediate root zone.
Beneficial Bacteria
- Streptomyces lydicus (WYEC108) — Naturally occurring bacterium used as an antifungal agent; helps suppress soil-borne root diseases such as Fusarium and Pythium.
Ectomycorrhizae (Approx. 796,944 viable organisms per cubic foot)
- Pisolithus tinctorius — Supports short root production, tolerance to heat and drought, and pathogen suppression.
- Rhizopogon species (villosuli, luteolus, amylopogon, fulvigelba) — Support soil structure, disease defense, broad pH tolerance, and moisture stress protection.
Endomycorrhizae (Approx. 396 viable organisms per cubic foot)
- Glomus intraradices — Improves phosphorus uptake, drought tolerance, and resistance to nematodes and Fusarium.
- Glomus mosseae — Enhances nitrogen and phosphorus uptake, micronutrient availability, and root stimulation; well suited for woody plants.
- Glomus aggregatum — Performs well in sandy soils, helps reduce root rots, and works effectively with time-release fertilizers.
Physical Foundation
- Aged Fir Bark (30–35%)
- Coir
- Premium Sphagnum Peat Moss
- Pumice
These ingredients help the soil hold moisture while maintaining airflow and long-term structure.
Natural Nutrition
- Earthworm Castings — Improves aeration, root growth, soil structure, and microbial activity.
- Seabird Guano — High in phosphorus to promote strong root development.
- Crab Meal — Source of calcium and magnesium; supports beneficial organisms and organic matter.
- Bat Guano — High in nitrogen, phosphate, and potassium; includes trace minerals.
- Fish Bone Meal — High in phosphorus to support root development.
- Kelp Meal — Source of potassium with concentrated vitamins and minerals.
- Gypsum — Supports soil structure and airflow; source of calcium and sulfur.
These provide organic, slow-release nutrition while supporting soil biology and structure.
Extra Performance Boosters
- Humic Acid (from Leonardite) — Improves nutrient availability, supports soil structure, and increases water-holding capacity.
- Yucca schidigera extract — Helps soil re-wet evenly after drying out, reducing runoff and channeling in containers.
- Oyster Shell Lime & Dolomite Lime — Help balance pH while supplying calcium and magnesium.