Growing Guide: Bulk Soil and Mulch
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) |
646 |
1293 |
|
869 |
1737 |
|
626 |
1252 |
|
444 |
888 |
|
566 |
1131 |
|
250 |
500 |
Transportation
Compact Truck (Chevrolet Colorado, Ford Ranger, Toyota Tacoma)
PRODUCT |
RECOMMENDED LOAD |
Delivery Recommended |
|
Delivery Recommended |
|
Half Yard |
|
Half Yard |
|
Half Yard |
Half-Ton Truck (Chevrolet 1500, Dodge Ram 1500, Ford F-150, Toyota Tundra)
PRODUCT |
RECOMMENDED LOAD |
1 Yard |
|
1 Yard |
|
1 Yard |
|
Up to 2 Yards (Bed Allowing) |
|
Up to 2 Yards (Bed Allowing) |
Three Quarter-Ton Truck (Chevrolet 2500, Dodge Ram 2500, Ford F-250)
PRODUCT |
RECOMMENDED LOAD |
1 Yard |
|
1 Yard |
|
2 Yard (Bed Allowing) |
|
Up to 2 Yards (Bed Allowing) |
|
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