Yes, the material in our packaging is recyclable. They are number 4 LDPE plastic. To recycle contact your local solid waste authority to see if it accepts number 4 LDPE plastic in your curbside recycling program. If so, simply place the number 4-coded items into your bin according to instructions and set out on the appropriate day.

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Yes. Our mission is fundamentally centered on caring for the living planet that we all share, so we are ALWAYS looking for better greener packaging. Unfortunately, historically, there have not been great alternatives. The plastic bags used by the entire lawn and garden industry must have the durability to handle both the heavy weight and transport of soil product, as well as withstand multiple season long exposure to the elements. Our long term projects are threefold: First, we are pursuing ways to expand the recyclability of our current packaging. Second, we are evaluating alternative material sources that would theoretically improve the sustainability of the bags. Third, and finally, we are continually looking for a better solution for all or part of our line.  We expect to have some good news on progress to share with you soon, so please check back with us. We have the option to purchase bulk soil with our super sacks if you're interested in larger projects. If interested, please call our customer service line at 1-800-345-9315.

Coast of Maine Brands strives to provide the very best soils available to homeowners and commercial growers who are as concerned as we are about sustainability. Our products have always contained varying amounts of peat moss, depending on the product. Most of the peat moss we use comes from Canada, and of the 280 million acres of Canadian peatlands, only 0.03% of those acres are being harvested. Despite the regulation and regrowth efforts by harvest companies, the sustainability of peat harvesting is debatable.

If you are interested in a peat free solution we offer the Coast of Maine® Aeration Formula which is 70% Coconut Coir and 30% Perlite.