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)
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