{"product_id":"kis-organics-biochar-soil-mix","title":"Soil – Biochar Mix (KiS Organics)","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePremium Water-Only Living Soil\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKIS Organics Biochar Soil Mix\u003c\/strong\u003e is our flagship water-only living soil, enriched with \u003cstrong\u003e8% \u003ca href=\"\/products\/black-owl-biochar-soil-amendment\"\u003eBlack Owl Biochar\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e by total volume. Formulated for heavy-feeding crops and hot, dry climates, biochar drastically increases Cation Exchange Capacity (CEC), optimizes moisture retention, and creates a permanent microbial habitat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f1f8e9; border: 1px solid #c8e6c9; border-left: 5px solid #2e7d32; padding: 18px; margin-bottom: 25px; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 0; color: #1b5e20; font-size: 1.1em;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey things we want you to know\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBulk Orders \u0026amp; Direct Pickup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eLooking for 1+ cubic yards? Bulk orders are quoted individually and cannot be processed through the online shopping cart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003eFill out our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/bulk\"\u003eBulk Order Quote Form\u003c\/a\u003e or call our team at \u003ca href=\"tel:4255580990\"\u003e(425) 558-0990\u003c\/a\u003e for direct quotes and local Washington pickup options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJust plant and water - no bottled nutrients required, and no risk of nutrient burn. This mix delivers all the beneficial biology, nutrients, and minerals your plants need to thrive for several months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Product Highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegistered as a Fertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unlike standard soil mixes, we take the extra regulatory steps to register our mix as a fertilizer due to the dense, high-grade nutrient payload packed into every bag.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProven Heavy Metal Compliance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Formulated with a balanced pH and specific mineral interactions that bind heavy metals. Our growers consistently pass strict state-level heavy metal compliance testing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8-Year Reusable Media:\u003c\/strong\u003e Engineered for long-term sustainability. Tested and re-amended in indoor bed systems for up to 8 years, saving you thousands on soil replacement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLab- \u0026amp; Microscope-Tested Biology:\u003c\/strong\u003e Every batch uses microscope-verified compost and peat inoculated with beneficial microorganisms for maximum nutrient cycling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100% Organic \u0026amp; Chemical-Free:\u003c\/strong\u003e Free from synthetic fertilizers, artificial additives, and fillers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIngredients \u0026amp; Formulation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/black-owl-biochar-soil-amendment\"\u003eBlack Owl Biochar\u003c\/a\u003e, Sphagnum Peat Moss, Aged Fish Compost, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/african-nightcrawler-earthworm-castings\"\u003eEarthworm Castings\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pumice-aeration-amendment\"\u003eVolcanic Pumice\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/gaia-green-glacial-rock-dust\"\u003eGlacial Rock Dust\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/basalt\"\u003eBasalt\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/soft-rock-phosphate\"\u003eCalphos Soft Rock Phosphate\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/oyster-shell-flour\"\u003eOyster Shell Powder\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/alfalfa-meal\"\u003eOrganic Alfalfa Meal\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/fish-bone-meal\"\u003eOrganic Fish Bone Meal\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/crab-crustacean-meal-4-0-0\"\u003eOrganic Crustacean Meal\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/kelp-meal-1-0-2\"\u003eKelp Meal\u003c\/a\u003e (\u003cem\u003eAscophyllum nodosum\u003c\/em\u003e), \u003ca href=\"\/products\/neem-cake\"\u003eNeem Cake\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/karanja-seed-meal\"\u003eKaranja Cake\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/fish-meal\"\u003eOrganic Fish Meal\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/feather-meal\"\u003eOrganic Feather Meal\u003c\/a\u003e, Natural Calcite, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/agricultural-lime\"\u003eAg Lime\u003c\/a\u003e, and Beneficial Microbes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLearn more about the \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/99422657-whats-in-your-soil-a-breakdown-of-kis-soil-ingredients\"\u003especific benefits of each ingredient on our blog\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eApplication Rates \u0026amp; Growing Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Container Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e We recommend a minimum of 7-gallon containers to comfortably carry a plant through a full flowering cycle without extra inputs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndoor Lighting Ratio:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allocate 60 to 90 gallons of soil per grow light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMoisture Management:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep soil consistently moist near field capacity (around 80 mbar on a tensiometer). We strongly recommend \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/blumat\"\u003eBlumat automatic drip systems\u003c\/a\u003e or the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/digital-moisture-meter\"\u003eBlumat Digital Moisture Meter\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eField Capacity Squeeze Test:\u003c\/strong\u003e Squeeze a handful of soil firmly. If only 1 or 2 drops of water trickle out, your soil is at ideal field capacity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmall Containers \/ Heavy Feeders:\u003c\/strong\u003e If running larger plants in smaller pots, top-dress weekly with our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/kis-organics-nutrient-pack\"\u003eKIS Organics Nutrient Pack\u003c\/a\u003e to maintain optimal growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLiving Soil Disclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e This soil is biologically active. Beneficial soil organisms and insects are naturally present to maintain a resilient soil food web.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Local Pickup\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocal Washington Pickup:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pickup is available at select WA locations. To arrange local pickup, process payment, and schedule an appointment, call us at \u003ca href=\"tel:4255580990\"\u003e(425) 558-0990\u003c\/a\u003e or email \u003ca href=\"mailto:orders@kisorganics.com\"\u003eorders@kisorganics.com\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDIY Option:\u003c\/strong\u003e Live far away? Avoid high soil freight costs by purchasing our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/kis-organics-nutrient-pack\"\u003eKIS Organics Nutrient Pack\u003c\/a\u003e to mix with locally sourced peat and compost using our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/98112897-mixing-your-own-soil-using-the-kis-nutrient-pack\"\u003eonline nutrient schedule and recipe guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommercial \u0026amp; Bulk Purchasing (1+ Yards)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll our soil mixes are available in bulk. The minimum bulk order is 1 cubic yard, with discounts applied to larger quantities. View our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/bulk\"\u003eBulk Order Info Page\u003c\/a\u003e for details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that bulk orders cannot be purchased through the online shopping cart. Please complete our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/1VbHTMAadnxsHInDN0QJ5g5OQFmRNZJXzQV7vhrzilAE\/viewform\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBulk Order Form (opens in new tab)\u003c\/a\u003e with your details and our commercial team will respond with a personalized quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLab Reports, COAs \u0026amp; Educational Resources\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHeavy Metal \u0026amp; Safety Reports\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1149\/6312\/files\/Heavy_Metals_Biochar_02152022.pdf?v=1660705524\" title=\"Brookside Labs Heavy Metals Lab Results for KiS Organics Biochar Soil Mix\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBrookside Labs Heavy Metals Analysis (PDF, opens in new tab)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1149\/6312\/files\/2610CCH1519.8621_-_Keep_It_Simple_Organics_-_Biochar_Soil.pdf?v=1792536560\" title=\"Cannabis Chem Lab Certificate of Analysis for KiS Organics Biochar Soil Mix\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCannabis ChemLab Heavy Metals Certificate of Analysis (PDF, opens in new tab)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1149\/6312\/files\/MSDS_KiS_Biochar_Water_Only_Mix_soil.docx-1-1.pdf?v=1660705792\" title=\"KiS Organics Biochar Soil Mix MSDS\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKIS Biochar Soil Mix Safety Data Sheet \/ MSDS (PDF, opens in new tab)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSoil Science \u0026amp; Economics Articles\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/basics-to-mixing-your-own-soil\"\u003e7 Important Things When Building a Living Soil\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/96109057-the-economics-of-water-only-soils\"\u003eThe Economics of 'Water Only' Living Soils\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/a-comparison-of-living-soil-methodologies-in-relation-to-plant-health-and-yield-in-a-controlled-environment-for-cannabis\"\u003eA Comparison of Living Soil Methodologies in Relation to Plant Health and Yield in Controlled Environments\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/a-cost-analysis-of-kis-organics-soil-over-a-3-year-period\"\u003eA Cost Analysis of KIS Organics Soil Over A 3 Year Period\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCannabis Cultivation \u0026amp; Science Podcast Episodes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/podcast\/episode-14-all-about-biochar-with-renel-anderson\"\u003eEpisode 14: All About Biochar with Renel Anderson\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/podcast\/episode-78-benefits-and-uses-for-biochar-with-tom-miles\"\u003eEpisode 78: Benefits and Uses for Biochar with Tom Miles\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 25px;\"\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/75ZjPIZd160?si=fCFiabxaUPx4VtpF\" title=\"YouTube video player showcasing KIS Organics Biochar Soil Mix\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"KiS Organics","offers":[{"title":"1.5 cubic ft","offer_id":67646557946130,"sku":"KIS-BIOCHAR-1HALF-CF","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/6877\/6722\/files\/kis-organics-biochar-soil-mix-1-5-cu-ft.png?v=1793121886","url":"https:\/\/shop.cercacultivation.com\/products\/kis-organics-biochar-soil-mix","provider":"Cerca Cultivation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}