Black Gold SEEDLING Mix 8qt (8/CS)(240/PL)

Black Gold Seedling is a special mix of Black Gold Just Coir and Black Gold Canadian Sphagnum Peat Moss for the initial feeding of new seedlings. It is nice, doesn't have a lot of weight, and holds the right volume of water. Organic wetting agents make water spread evenly, and low salt levels protect young roots. 

This formula is a favorite among gardeners, hobbyists and professional growers to produce a healthy and abundant collection of flowering vines and other climbing plants.

Ingredients

This is a basic quality good ingredients mix:

• Canadian Sphagnum Peat Moss: Double‑screened to remove sticks and reduce dust; will hold water without a wetting agent for more than 12 hours.
• Perlite: Allows for air space to ensure that roots receive adequate oxygen.
• Dolomite Lime: Neutralizes soil pH for healthier growth.
• Organic Wetting Agent: Evenly wets water throughout the blend.
• Silicon Additive (Resilience): Reinforces plant tissue and increases resistance to stress.

No chemical fertilizers or fillers. Just pure, reliable ingredients that help boost natural plant growth.

Benefits for Seedlings

This mix is beneficial for all early growth stages:

1. Faster Germination: Seeds absorb water more rapidly and uniformly, which promotes faster and more uniform sprouting.
2. Strong Root Development: Allows roots to grow through, resulting in healthier plants with enhanced root development.
3. Improved Transplant Success: Seedlings in this mix grow better as they recover from transplanting to a larger pot or garden bed outside.
4. Reduced Risk of Disease: Proper drainage and consistent moisture reduce the chances of root rot and damping‑off.
5. Stronger, Healthier Growth: Seedlings grow healthier when there's more air, water, and support provided by peat pots after transplanting.

How to Use

Simply follow the steps below for the best results:

1. Pour water until the mixture is the texture of a damp sponge. This ensures that all of the air pockets get filled.
2. Use of seed trays, small pots or plugs. Just firm the mix gently, without pressing down.
3. Sow seeds as detailed on the back of the seed packet, covering to a depth twice the size of the seed.
4. Keep the mix lightly damp. Moisture can be trapped by a clear dome or plastic wrap.
5. If necessary, use a heat mat (65–75 °F). Provide seedlings with bright, indirect light or grow lights.
6. Once true leaves are present, transplant the seedlings to larger containers or outside. Roots need care so as not to be damaged.

Applications

This mix is ideal for those who want to avoid a lot of hard work and still end up with great seedlings:

• Home Gardeners: Planting vegetables, herbs or flowers from seed.
• Urban Growers: Gardeners tending small spaces, balconies, and rooftop gardens.
• Organic Farmers: Requiring OMRI-listed media for certified production.
• Commercial Nurseries: Propagating plugs, liners, or cuttings.
• Educational Programs: Teaching students about plant propagation.

Final Thoughts

The Black Gold Seedling Mix 8Qt is an ideal, complete and ready to use solution for germination and cuttings. Its fine structure, uniform moisture and low‑salt formulation ensure ideal conditions for healthy, strong seedlings.

This certified, organic, all purpose seed starting mix is enriched to encourage strong root development and to support healthy, robust plants. It’s an essential for anyone who’s serious about starting their plants off right.