I used this on my garden before transplanting and my plants are thriving. I'm going to do some repotting of my houseplants before they go dormant this fall and will use this on the indoor plants too. I think once I mix with other potting soil it didn't smell so strong at all - think it's a good sign it's so organic! used on my balcony for container plants and also in raised beds. I think next season I'll use more in each area to be sure it really starts my plants off with the most nutritious soil so I don't have to fertilize as much. Cool product with a cool story and love the packaging!