potting soil

noun

US
: a mixture of dirt and other substances that people use when placing plants in pots

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Don't leave bags of potting soil and compost sitting on the porch. — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 4 July 2026 Lay it horizontally in a pot or aluminum tray covered with about two inches of good potting soil. — Asia London Palomba, The Spruce, 31 May 2026 Use bagged potting soil instead — it’s formulated to drain properly and won’t introduce pests or disease into your kitchen. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 27 May 2026 Refresh potting soil annually, add mulch to retain moisture, and consider drought-tolerant plants. — Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for potting soil

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“Potting soil.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/potting%20soil. Accessed 8 Jul. 2026.

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