About the Brand
About
For over 25 years, Coast of Maine has provided a variety of organic soil and mulch to give gardens a healthy head start and steady support. Based in Portland, Maine, Coast of Maine Organic Products produces premium, OMRI-listed soils, composts, and plant foods. Founded in 1996 by Carlos and Jean Quijano, the company specializes in nutrient-rich blends using sustainable, ocean-sourced ingredients like lobster, crab, and kelp meal.
Founding Story
Carlos and Jean Quijano started the company in 1996—six years before USDA organic certification standards were set. The couple’s vision for working with—not on—the land came to them naturally as avid gardeners living on Maine’s coast. That passion and place made them early advocates of the organic practices that help sustain our planet and us.
At a Glance
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OMRI Listed
An OMRI Listed product has been verified by the Organic Materials Review Institute for use in organic farming, processing, and gardening. It guarantees that the product's ingredients and manufacturing process comply with strict organic standards, such as the USDA National Organic Program.
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B Corp Certified
Formalizing a decades-long mission to support healthy soils, thriving communities, and a sustainable planet.
Signature Products
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OUTDOOR & GARDEN
Planting Soil for Tomatoes & Vegetables
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Carlos and Jean Quijano started the company in 1996—six years before USDA organic certification standards were set. The couple’s vision for working with—not on—the land came to them naturally as avid gardeners living on Maine’s coast. That passion and place made them early advocates of the organic practices that help sustain our planet and us.
Press Coverage
PR NEWSWIRE
Aug 18, 2026
Coast of Maine Organic Products Achieves B Corporation Certification, Deepening its Longstanding Commitment to Social and Environmental Stewardship
Coast of Maine Organic Products, a premium compost-based, OMRI-certified organic soil and fertilizer solution for gardens, is now a Certified B Corporation™ (B Corp).
MAHONING MATTERS
Aug 16, 2026
Garlic ice cream? Try some and buy some stinky bulbs
REAL SIMPLE
Aug 2, 2026
Why Gardeners Are Hanging Mini Disco Balls in Their Gardens—and the Clever Reason They Work
Garden experts, including Cameron Bonsey from Coast of Maine, share tips to keep animals and pests out of gardens using creative ways.
AMERICA ONLINE
Jul 31, 2026
Want to Prevent Deer From Nibbling Your Plants?
WESTPORT JOURNAL
Jun 28, 2026
Cultivating with Kerri: Composting 101
PRESS HERALD
Jun 3, 2026
It's time to get serious about container gardening
YAHOO SHOPPING
May 24, 2026
Gardener says 'organic' soil came with a rogue surprise
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