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product_id: 202874236
title: "Premium All Purpose Compost, PEAT FREE, 40 Litre"
brand: "miracle-gro"
price: "R4925"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/202874236-premium-all-purpose-compost-peat-free-40-litre
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
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# 3 months smart feed 40L peat-free volume 25% more water retention Premium All Purpose Compost, PEAT FREE, 40 Litre

**Brand:** miracle-gro
**Price:** R4925
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🌿 Grow smarter, not harder — your garden’s secret weapon!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Premium All Purpose Compost, PEAT FREE, 40 Litre by miracle-gro
- **How much does it cost?** R4925 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/202874236-premium-all-purpose-compost-peat-free-40-litre)

## Best For

- miracle-gro enthusiasts

## Why This Product

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

## Key Features

- • **Hydration Hero:** Aquacoir tech locks in 25% more water, keeping roots quenched and thriving.
- • **Smart Feeding System:** Feeds plants precisely for 3 months, releasing nutrients only when conditions are ideal.
- • **Optimized Root Health:** Fibre Smart tech balances air and moisture for strong, healthy root development.
- • **All-in-One Versatility:** Perfect for flowers, fruits, veggies, beds, borders, pots, and hanging baskets.
- • **Sustainably Powerful Growth:** Peat-free 40L compost fuels your garden with eco-friendly wood fibre technology.

## Overview

Miracle-Gro Premium All Purpose Compost is a 40L peat-free blend designed for year-round use across all plant types. Featuring advanced Fibre Smart and Aquacoir technologies, it optimizes air, water retention (up to 25% more), and nutrient delivery with a smart release system feeding plants for up to 3 months. Ideal for beds, borders, containers, and hanging baskets, this compost supports robust root growth and sustained plant health while being environmentally responsible.

## Description

From the manufacturer Miracle-Gro Compost - All Purpose video Smart release system feeds for 3 months These smart granules will only release plant feed when conditions are warm and moist. Smart release system feeds for 3 months These smart granules will only release plant feed when conditions are warm and moist. 14 vital minerals Unique combination of 14 minerals including N, P, K and trace elements, which maintain plant health. 14 vital minerals Unique combination of 14 minerals including N, P, K and trace elements, which maintain plant health. Fibre Smart technology Hollow wood fibres ensure the optimum balance of air and water in the soil. Fibre Smart technology Hollow wood fibres ensure the optimum balance of air and water in the soil. Aquacoir technology Aquacoir technology absorbs up to 25% more water than ordinary compost, helps plants stay hydrated. Aquacoir technology Aquacoir technology absorbs up to 25% more water than ordinary compost, helps plants stay hydrated. The perfect peat-free home for your plants, flowers and vegetables Ideal for beds, borders and baskets too – use wherever you need a nutritious peat-free home for your plants. Feeds your plants for 3 months and keeps them hydrated with smart Aquacoir technology, which helps compost absorb up to 25% more water than ordinary compost. Fibre Smart technology ensures the optimum air and water balance for the roots to grow strong and healthy, while they reach out for food and water. Why should I use Miracle-Gro Compost - All Purpose? Miracle-Gro Compost - All Purpose contains a unique formulation that will ensure your plants are fed for 3 months, this peat free compost provides the optimum structure for roots to grow strong and preventing them from drying out. Why should I use Miracle-Gro Compost - All Purpose? Miracle-Gro Compost - All Purpose contains a unique formulation that will ensure your plants are fed for 3 months, this peat free compost provides the optimum structure for roots to grow strong and preventing them from drying out. Where can I use Miracle-Gro Compost - All Purpose? Ideal for all plants, flowers, fruits and vegetables. Works well for young plants and established plants. Perfect for use in beds, borders, hanging baskets, pots and containers. Where can I use Miracle-Gro Compost - All Purpose? Ideal for all plants, flowers, fruits and vegetables. Works well for young plants and established plants. Perfect for use in beds, borders, hanging baskets, pots and containers. How do I use Miracle-Gro Compost - All Purpose in containers and baskets? Place a layer of compost in the base of pot. Tap out plant from the old pot, loosen the root ball and place in the centre of the pot. Fill space around the root ball, ensuring the compost level covers all the roots. Firm lightly and water thoroughly. How do I use Miracle-Gro Compost - All Purpose in containers and baskets? Place a layer of compost in the base of pot. Tap out plant from the old pot, loosen the root ball and place in the centre of the pot. Fill space around the root ball, ensuring the compost level covers all the roots. Firm lightly and water thoroughly. How do I use Miracle-Gro Compost - All Purpose in beds and borders? Dig a hole twice the size of the root ball. Position the plant and fill with 50% soil and 50% compost and firm around the base. Water thoroughly. How do I use Miracle-Gro Compost - All Purpose in beds and borders? Dig a hole twice the size of the root ball. Position the plant and fill with 50% soil and 50% compost and firm around the base. Water thoroughly. What have you used to replace peat in this compost? Miracle-Gro compost contains forest by-products, carefully processed into wood fibre to help you grow plants that improve your environment and make the world a more beautiful place. What have you used to replace peat in this compost? Miracle-Gro compost contains forest by-products, carefully processed into wood fibre to help you grow plants that improve your environment and make the world a more beautiful place. Compare our range of composts All Purpose Moisture Control Organic All Purpose Fruit & Vegetable Seed, Plugs, Young Plants Ericaceous Rose, Tree & Shrub

Review: Fast delivery and a really good product - I personally would not use anything else, although getting a little on the expensive side this is good value and of course next day delivery what more can you ask for
Review: Compost - Always use this due to the quality. Delivery really fast,. Wouldn’t normally order on desertcart, but convenient & saved me getting it in & out of the car. Could have possibly got cheaper, but on this occasion it was the convenience.

## Features

- Outperforms ordinary peat free compost and ideal for all plants, flowers, fruit and veg
- Ready to use, no need to mix
- Smart release feeding for up to 3 months
- Includes Fibre Smart technology for the perfect balance of air and water and 14 nutrients for plant health
- Perfect for use around the garden in beds, borders, hanging baskets, pots and containers

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B08515BXGW |
| Best Sellers Rank | 5,470 in Garden ( See Top 100 in Garden ) 195 in Gardening Soils |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (2,278) |
| Date First Available | 20 Feb. 2020 |
| Expected blooming period | Year Round |
| Item display height | 8 centimetres |
| Item display length | 46 centimetres |
| Item display weight | 14.06 Kilograms |
| Item display width | 59 centimetres |
| Item model number | 119766 |
| Item volume | 40 Litres |
| Manufacturer | Miracle Gro |
| Material type | Wood |
| Part number | 121220 |
| Product Dimensions | 46 x 59 x 8 cm; 14.06 kg |
| Sunlight exposure | Full Sun, Partial Shade, Partial Sun |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Miracle-Gro
- **Item weight:** 14.06 Kilograms
- **Style:** Single Pack

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Why should I use Miracle-Gro Compost - All Purpose?**
A: Miracle-Gro Compost - All Purpose contains a unique formulation that will ensure your plants are fed for 3 months, this peat free compost provides the optimum structure for roots to grow strong and preventing them from drying out.

**Q: Where can I use Miracle-Gro Compost - All Purpose?**
A: Ideal for all plants, flowers, fruits and vegetables. Works well for young plants and established plants. Perfect for use in beds, borders, hanging baskets, pots and containers.

**Q: How do I use Miracle-Gro Compost - All Purpose in containers and baskets?**
A: Place a layer of compost in the base of pot. Tap out plant from the old pot, loosen the root ball and place in the centre of the pot. Fill space around the root ball, ensuring the compost level covers all the roots. Firm lightly and water thoroughly.

**Q: How do I use Miracle-Gro Compost - All Purpose in beds and borders?**
A: Dig a hole twice the size of the root ball. Position the plant and fill with 50% soil and 50% compost and firm around the base. Water thoroughly.

**Q: What have you used to replace peat in this compost?**
A: Miracle-Gro compost contains forest by-products, carefully processed into wood fibre to help you grow plants that improve your environment and make the world a more beautiful place.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fast delivery and a really good product
*by P***R on 7 November 2025*

I personally would not use anything else, although getting a little on the expensive side this is good value and of course next day delivery what more can you ask for

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Compost
*by J***E on 19 November 2025*

Always use this due to the quality. Delivery really fast,. Wouldn’t normally order on Amazon, but convenient & saved me getting it in & out of the car. Could have possibly got cheaper, but on this occasion it was the convenience.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good product
*by B***S on 11 February 2025*

Good product, delivered to my door and in a manageable size.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Miracle-Gro Premium All Purpose Compost, PEAT FREE, 40 Litre
- Miracle-Gro Pour and Feed Liquid Plant Food, 1L
- Miracle-Gro Continuous Release All Purpose Plant Food, 900G, White

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*Product available on Desertcart South Africa*
*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-03-09*