What are the most popular brands of soils?

We carry a vast assortment of the top brands of soils, including <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Garden-Center-Landscaping-Supplies-Soils/Arcadia-Garden-Products/Worm-Compost/N-5yc1vZbx67Zf8lZ1z1q247?emt=plpfaq_2507_soils" style="text-decoration: underline;">Arcadia Garden Products</a>, <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Garden-Center-Landscaping-Supplies-Soils/EARTH-SCIENCE/Worm-Compost/N-5yc1vZbx67Zs7mZ1z1q247?emt=plpfaq_2507_soils" style="text-decoration: underline;">EARTH SCIENCE</a>, and <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Garden-Center-Landscaping-Supplies-Soils/Harris/Worm-Compost/N-5yc1vZbx67Z75aZ1z1q247?emt=plpfaq_2507_soils" style="text-decoration: underline;">Harris</a>.

Can I use regular garden soil for potting?

While it might seem like a good idea, garden soil is often too dense and heavy for containers. <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Garden-Center-Landscaping-Supplies-Soils-Potting-Soil/N-5yc1vZcfcr?emt=plpfaq_2507_soils" style="text-decoration: underline;">Potting soil</a> is specifically formulated with lighter materials like peat moss and vermiculite to provide optimal plant drainage and aeration.

Which soils are the best-selling?

The <a href = "https://www.homedepot.com/p/Earthworm-Castings-Plant-Food-35941624/303700486?emt=plpfaq_2507_soils" style="text-decoration: underline;">Earthworm Castings Plant Food</a> is one of our best-selling soils.

What potting soil is best for my indoor plants?

Find expert tips and suggestions tailored for houseplants in our guide to the <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/c/ai/best-potting-soil-for-indoor-plants/9ba683603be9fa5395fab9017fc6e16e?emt=plpfaq_2507_soils" style="text-decoration: underline;">Best Potting Soil for Indoor Plants</a>.

What is the difference between soil and dirt?

Soil is a nutrient-rich material that supports plant growth. It contains organic matter, beneficial microbes, and moisture. Dirt, on the other hand, is soil that has lost its structure and nutrients, usually because it has been removed from its natural environment. For gardening success, using actual soil makes a big difference.