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Miracle-Gro
Water Storing Crystals
$15.49
Miracle-Gro
Water Storing Crystals
$15.49
Overview
- Helps prevent over- and under-watering
- Reduces water stress in plants to help protect them from heat and drought
- Ideal for indoor and outdoor plants
- Mix with soil to reduce amount of watering needed
- Crystals swell to absorb water and release later
Specs and Details
Cautions
- Keep out of reach of children and pets.
- Product is slippery when wet.
- Sweep up spills and place in airtight container for disposal.
- Flush area thoroughly with water, scrub and remove residue.
- This product is not recommended for use as a fertilizer substitute.
Product Label
- This is not the product label. Always read and follow the product label before use.
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- Safety Data Sheets can be found at scottsmsds.com
DESCRIPTION
Help prevent over-and under-watering of plants with Miracle-Gro® Water Storing Crystals. Ideal for indoor and outdoor plants, the crystals reduce water stress in plants to help protect them from heat and drought. Simply mix with soil to reduce the amount of watering needed; then when you do water plants, crystals will swell to absorb the water. Your plants will receive the right amount of water they need to thrive.
STEP BY STEP INSTRUCTIONS
How to Use
New Container Plantings:
- Fill container with potting soil, leaving 2-3"" from top of container.
- Mix Miracle-Gro Water Storing Crystals thoroughly into the soil.
- Place plant on soil and fill with potting soil, leaving 1"" from top of container.
- Water plants thoroughly
Existing Containers:
- Make several holes in soil (with stick or pencil) evenly spaced around plant. Avoid root area.
- Incorporate Miracle-Gro Water Storing Crystals evenly among holes.
- Cover holes with soil and water thoroughly.
In Ground:
- Work Miracle-Gro® Water Storing Crystals evenly into soil throughout the root zone at a rate of 7 tsp per 6-foot row.
WHEN AND WHERE TO USE
Where to Use
- Can be used with new or existing container plantings and in-ground.
When to Apply
- Apply when planting new container plants, existing containers, or in-ground plants.
Rated 5 out of
5
by
ThoaiL from
A total lifefor thirsty plants- just follow the instructions because a little goes a very long way
These crystals work incredibly well to keep soil moist and cut down on watering. A tiny amount goes long way, so definitely follow the package instructions- if you use too much, they will swell right out of the pot! Once you get the the ratio right, they are absolute lifesaver for outdoor baskets and thirsty plants. Highly recommend.
Date published: 2026-06-29
Rated 5 out of
5
by
KoyM from
Best for inconsistent watering
I love using miracle gro for my plants! I’m really bad at watering my plants as often as I should but this product really does help! You sprinkle some of this in your soil and the crystals absorb the water and help with having to water your plants so frequently. I’ve definitely noticed a difference with my plants using this product so I will added this step when caring for my plants!
Date published: 2026-06-17
Rated 5 out of
5
by
EmM3 from
Hydrated, Happy Plants!
Adding these crystals to my plants was easy and effective! You don’t need too much for each plant and it seems to keep my plants hydrated for longer. They do expand once watered which I noticed made the soil puff up after adding them as directed, but after patting it back down it was good to go! No spills and little mess.
Date published: 2026-06-09
Rated 5 out of
5
by
MelodyS from
Highly Recommend
These work so well! I mix them into my potting soil and noticed my plant staying hydrated much longer, especially during hot weather. Super easy to use and definitely helped reduce how often I needed to water. Highly recommend!
Date published: 2026-05-19
Rated 5 out of
5
by
JJW6 from
Keeps the soil moist and retains the water.
Five days ago, I added the Miracle-Gro water storing crystals and a light watering to my indoor plant. Today, the plant is still well hydrated as the crystals have absorbed the water and have kept the dirt moist. I will check back in a few days to see if it needs a light watering. These water storing crystals will be great for when I go on vacation this summer. My indoor plants will have adequate hydration while I’m away for the week.
Date published: 2026-05-11
Rated 5 out of
5
by
LinhT from
It is helpful for plants
It is helpful for keeping indoor plants moisture. It absorbs water and keeps that water for the plants. I use it for my outdoor flowers also. It is very helpful for keeping moisture for plants while we travel.
Date published: 2026-05-05
Rated 5 out of
5
by
GeorgeA from
Easy to use helps plants grow better
Helps with my plants and flowers. They grow faster and better now. High performance and I see consistent better growth in my plants. Easy to store doesn’t get moist or harden great durability.
Date published: 2026-05-02
Rated 5 out of
5
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KassidyC from
Works perfectly
This works so good at helping my plants that like extra moisture be able to keep moisture in and not dry out too much. It works really good in the long run and overall I’ve seen it be like really good use and with having a lot of plants that need to be watered pretty frequently. It is nice to be able to have this just in case I were to have to miss a day of watering.
Date published: 2026-04-29