---
product_id: 15483984
title: "Sun Gro Horticulture Black Gold African Violet Mix"
brand: "sungro horticulture"
price: "A$100"
currency: AUD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
category: "Sun Gro Horticulture"
url: https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/15483984-sun-gro-horticulture-black-gold-african-violet-mix
store_origin: AU
region: Australia
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# Sphagnum Peat Moss for moisture retention Earthworm castings for natural nutrients Volcanic pumice & perlite for aeration Sun Gro Horticulture Black Gold African Violet Mix

**Brand:** sungro horticulture
**Price:** A$100
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🌿 Elevate your violet game with soil that means business!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Sun Gro Horticulture Black Gold African Violet Mix by sungro horticulture
- **How much does it cost?** A$100 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.au](https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/15483984-sun-gro-horticulture-black-gold-african-violet-mix)

## Best For

- sungro horticulture enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted sungro horticulture brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **pH Perfected Growth:** Dolomite lime adjusts soil pH to the sweet spot for African violet health.
- • **Natural Nutrient Boost:** Earthworm castings enrich soil organically, promoting vibrant blooms.
- • **Superior Root Aeration:** Volcanic pumice and perlite create a breathable soil environment to prevent root rot.
- • **Optimized Moisture Balance:** Sphagnum peat moss locks in ideal hydration for thriving African violets.
- • **Trusted American Craftsmanship:** Proudly made in the USA with quality you can count on for your indoor garden.

## Overview

Sun Gro Horticulture Black Gold African Violet Mix is a premium, US-made soil blend combining sphagnum peat moss, volcanic pumice, perlite, and nutrient-rich earthworm castings, enhanced with dolomite lime for optimal pH. Designed specifically for African violets, it ensures superior moisture retention, aeration, and nutrient delivery to keep your plants flourishing and flowering year-round.

## Description

Sun Gro Horticulture Black Gold African Violet Mix

Review: Good stuff. - My violets love this stuff. They're always flowering. I repot them annually. I have also rooted Streptocarpella cuttings in it with great success!
Review: But What Do The Plants Think... - My African violtes love this stuff. I used this when repotting and they are thriving. Easy to work with,and it has a good moisture level.

## Features

- The blend consists of Sphagnum Peat Moss, perlite, volcanic pumice and earthworm castings with dolomite lime added as a soil pH adjuster
- This product is made in United States
- Package Weight: 1.724 kilograms
- Package Dimensions: 8.89 L x 37.592 H x 24.13 W (centimeters)

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00D8NTVVK |
| Best Sellers Rank | #42,001 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ( See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ) #484 in Garden Soil |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (1,363) |
| Department | Unisex-Adult |
| Item Weight | 1 pounds |
| Item model number | Black Gold - 064277124081 - 8qt |
| Manufacturer | BFG Supply |
| Product Dimensions | 16 x 13.75 x 5 inches |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** SunGro Horticulture
- **Global Trade Identification Number:** 00064277124081
- **Item Weight:** 1 Pounds
- **Style:** Peat Moss
- **UPC:** 064277124081

## Images

![Sun Gro Horticulture Black Gold African Violet Mix - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61YSfQNiq6L.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is the soil slightly acidic? I want to plant amaryllis bulbs in this.**
A: It is always advisable to ph test your potting mix. I do mine regularly whether it is a complete 'scratch' batch of mix that I make or whether it is a bagged product from Amazon like Black Gold. Also, I water with 1 gallon spring water and 1/4 tsp Miracle Gro Miracid twice a month and the other waterings I use 1 gallon spring water with 1/4 tsp Jacks 20-20-20. Once I started the Miracid on all my plants, they responded quickly and had a flush of growth, turned a better color of rich green, any variegation improved, and flowers became larger and more vivid in color. You do not realize the importance of ph until you see the results!

**Q: Did I over look it?  I can't find the amount of potting mix in a bag?**
A: 8 qt.  (8.8L)

**Q: Do these bags arrive with holes in them? strange question but i've had 2 bags of hoffman arrive with holes : (**
A: Do you mean broken, leaking holes? No, but there are tiny perforated holes from manufacturer that seem to just be breather holes too tiny to leak soil.

**Q: I keep reading reviews about insects and mold in various potting brands. Do most recommend microwave or oven before use or even opening?**
A: Although this sealed bag of soil is probably free of insects, any soil can easily become infected with fungus gnats.  I recommend sterilizing any soil before using it.  It's much easier to prevent having gnats than it is to eliminate them once you have them in your potted plants.  You can google how to do this correctly.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good stuff.
*by B***A on December 29, 2025*

My violets love this stuff. They're always flowering. I repot them annually. I have also rooted Streptocarpella cuttings in it with great success!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ But What Do The Plants Think...
*by C***A on December 3, 2025*

My African violtes love this stuff. I used this when repotting and they are thriving. Easy to work with,and it has a good moisture level.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great soil
*by N***E on November 30, 2025*

Very good soil. My african violet a have started blooming again.

## Frequently Bought Together

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*Store origin: AU*
*Last updated: 2026-03-05*