Compost is an amendment you mix into existing soil; garden soil is a ready-to-plant blend you can fill a bed with today. That is the whole decision — improving the soil you have versus replacing it outright. Most vegetable gardens use both over time — soil to start, compost every spring after.
Quick decision guide
| Compost | Garden Soil | |
|---|---|---|
| What it is | Concentrated organic matter | Blended soil, ready for planting |
| How to use | Till 2–3" into beds; topdress lawns ¼–½" | Fill new or raised beds and plant right in |
| Watch out | Don't plant straight into pure compost | No prep needed beyond grading |
Planting season is here, so choose by the job: amend with Compost, or fill and plant with Garden Soil — both deliver up to 6 yards per load.
