Bulk Soil and Mulch Growing Guide
Al’s compost starts with a great potting soil that is mixed with recycled plant material from our growing operation. By aging the compost and adding organic material from plants, we create one of the finest soil additives around. This bulk compost is perfect to use in raised beds or to add as a premium soil mix in your landscape. Below are helpful guides to determine the quantity of soil and amendments for your needs.
PRODUCT |
HALF YARD WEIGHT (lbs) |
YARD WEIGHT (lbs) |
Al’s Premium 3 Way |
646 |
1293 |
Al’s Premium 3 Way w/ Top Soil |
869 |
1737 |
Manure Compost |
626 |
1252 |
Medium Fresh Fir |
444 |
888 |
Dark Hemlock |
566 |
1131 |
Hazelnut Shells |
250 |
500 |
Transportation
Compact Truck (Chevrolet Colorado, Ford Ranger, Toyota Tacoma)
PRODUCT |
RECOMMENDED LOAD |
Al’s Premium 3 Way |
Delivery Recommended |
Al’s Premium 3 Way w/ Top Soil |
Delivery Recommended |
Manure Compost |
Half Yard |
Medium Fresh Fir |
Half Yard |
Dark Hemlock |
Half Yard |
Half-Ton Truck (Chevrolet 1500, Dodge Ram 1500, Ford F-150, Toyota Tundra)
PRODUCT |
RECOMMENDED LOAD |
Al’s Premium 3 Way |
1 Yard |
Al’s Premium 3 Way w/ Top Soil |
1 Yard |
Manure Compost |
1 Yard |
Medium Fresh Fir |
Up to 2 Yards (Bed Allowing) |
Dark Hemlock |
Up to 2 Yards (Bed Allowing) |
Three Quarter-Ton Truck (Chevrolet 2500, Dodge Ram 2500, Ford F-250)
PRODUCT |
RECOMMENDED LOAD |
Al’s Premium 3 Way |
1 Yard |
Al’s Premium 3 Way w/ Top Soil |
1 Yard |
Manure Compost |
2 Yard (Bed Allowing) |
Medium Fresh Fir |
Up to 2 Yards (Bed Allowing) |
Dark Hemlock |
Up to 2 Yards (Bed Allowing) |
How Much Product Do I Need?
Calculate how many cubic yards are needed by using the following formula: (L x W x D x .083)/27 = Cubic Yards
L: Length (Feet) | W: Width (Feet) | D: Depth (Inches)
By The Numbers
27 one cubic ft. bags = 1 cubic yard of product
13.5 two cubic ft. bags = 1 cubic yard of product 9 three cubic ft. bags = 1 cubic yard of product
4ft x 4ft x 1ft raised bed requires 0.6 yards of product 4ft x 8ft x 1ft raised bed requires 1.2 yards of product 8ft x 10ft x 2in flower bed requires 0.5 yards of product.