{"title":"Lawn Leveling \u0026 Repair","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpring reveals every dip, frost heave, and dog trail in a New England lawn. Top-dressing with the right blend in April or early May lets the grass grow back through and recover before the summer heat sets in. The combination most Brockton and South Shore homeowners reach for is a screened loam blended with sharp sand for drainage and finished with compost on top.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat goes into a level lawn:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTopsoil Loam ½\" Screened\u003c\/strong\u003e — the workhorse for filling depressions deeper than ½\". Spread, rake level, water in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuper Loam\u003c\/strong\u003e — richer organic content; better choice if you're also overseeding bare patches at the same time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMason Sand\u003c\/strong\u003e — the sharp, fine sand top-dressing crews use. Levels minor undulations and improves drainage in heavy clay yards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompost\u003c\/strong\u003e — ¼\" top dressing across the whole lawn each spring is the single best long-term move. Feeds soil microbes, locks in moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGarden Soil Mix\u003c\/strong\u003e — pre-blended loam and compost for patching bare spots before reseed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInfield Soil Mix\u003c\/strong\u003e — blonde clay-loam blend; firmer base if you're rebuilding a backyard pitch or play area.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage rule of thumb:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 cubic yard of loam covers ~325 sq ft at ¼\" thick (top-dress depth) or ~80 sq ft at 1\" thick (patch depth). A typical ⅛-acre lawn ($\\sim$5,400 sq ft) takes 1.5–2 yards for a full top dress.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSame-day or next-day dump-truck delivery across MA and RI for orders over 3 yards. We can spot-drop multiple piles to save you wheelbarrow runs.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"mason-sand","title":"Mason Sand","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMason Sand — Fine-Grain Washed Sand for Mortar, Joints \u0026amp; Sandboxes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMason Sand is the soft, fine-grained, light-colored sand that's screened and washed for the jobs where grain size and cleanliness matter. Masons mix it into mortar for tight, workable joints. Pool installers spread it as a leveling pad. Parents shovel it into sandboxes because it's clean, low in silt, and feels right under bare feet. One sand, a lot of jobs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFine-grain washed silica sand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpec\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGenerally meets ASTM C144 for masonry mortar applications\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~100 sq ft at 3\" depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~2,700 lbs\/yd³ (~1.35 tons)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eASTM C144 sand, mortar sand, white sand, sandbox sand, pool leveling sand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSold by\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe cubic yard, bulk dump truck delivery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it's good for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrick and stone mortar where smooth, tight joints are required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBackyard sandboxes and play areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbove-ground pool leveling pads and pool floor padding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaver polymeric joint sand prep and joint sweep-in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 10' × 10' sandbox at 12\" depth needs about 3.7 cubic yards. A 24' round above-ground pool leveling pad at 2\" thick needs roughly 2.8 cubic yards. For mortar, plan on roughly 1 part mason sand to 3 parts portland cement by volume, depending on your mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Mason Sand compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Concrete Sand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mason sand is finer (ASTM C144). Concrete sand is medium-grain (ASTM C33). Mason for mortar and sandboxes; concrete sand for paver bedding and concrete mixes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Paver Sand \/ Coarse Sand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paver sand is coarser still — for paver bedding. Mason sand is too fine to bed pavers but ideal for the joints between them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Stone Dust:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stone dust is angular crushed fines. Mason sand is round\/sub-angular natural sand. Different feel, different applications — never substitute one for the other in spec'd jobs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Play Sand (bagged):\u003c\/strong\u003e Bagged \"play sand\" is mason sand by another name (sometimes with additional washing). Buying bulk Mason Sand from a yard is the same product at a fraction of the per-pound cost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Mason Sand safe for sandboxes?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Mason sand is washed and screened, low in silt, and the right size for play. Some homeowners prefer to wash bulk sand again on-site with a hose before adding kids — it's optional, the sand is already clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's the difference between Mason Sand and Concrete Sand?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGrain size. Mason sand is finer (meets ASTM C144 for mortar); concrete sand is coarser (meets ASTM C33 for concrete and paver bedding). Don't substitute — mortar made with concrete sand is too gritty; paver bedding made with mason sand floats and shifts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use Mason Sand under an above-ground pool?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — it's the traditional pool-pad material. Spread 2\" thick, screed level, tamp lightly before setting the pool liner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much sand for a sandbox?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA standard 4' × 4' sandbox at 12\" depth needs ~0.6 cubic yards (about 1,600 lbs). A 6' × 6' box at 12\" runs ~1.3 yards. Order a touch extra — kids dig more sand out than you'd expect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does a cubic yard weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout 2,700 lbs per cubic yard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo you deliver in the Boston area?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — same-day and next-day bulk delivery across Suffolk, Middlesex, Norfolk, and Plymouth Counties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSame-day and next-day bulk delivery, no minimum order. We run mason sand across \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/norfolk-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eNorfolk\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/middlesex-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eMiddlesex\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/suffolk-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eSuffolk\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/plymouth-county-landscape-supply\"\u003ePlymouth County\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/concrete-sand\"\u003econcrete sand\u003c\/a\u003e for ASTM C33-spec mortar and ready-mix work, or our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/coarse-sand\"\u003ecoarse sand\u003c\/a\u003e when drainage is the priority over fineness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder today — the clean, fine-grain sand contractors and homeowners both come back for.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Is Mason Sand safe for sandboxes?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes. Mason sand is washed and screened, low in silt, and the right size for play. Some homeowners prefer to wash bulk sand again on-site with a hose before adding kids.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is the difference between Mason Sand and Concrete Sand?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Grain size. Mason sand is finer (meets ASTM C144 for mortar); concrete sand is coarser (meets ASTM C33 for concrete and paver bedding). Do not substitute.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Can I use Mason Sand under an above-ground pool?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes — it is the traditional pool-pad material. Spread 2 inches thick, screed level, tamp lightly before setting the pool liner.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How much sand for a sandbox?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"A 4 by 4 foot sandbox at 12 inch depth needs about 0.6 cubic yards. A 6 by 6 foot box at 12 inches runs about 1.3 yards.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How much does a cubic yard weigh?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"About 2,700 lbs per cubic yard.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Do you deliver in the Boston area?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes. Same-day and next-day bulk delivery across Suffolk, Middlesex, Norfolk, and Plymouth Counties.\"}}]}\u003c\/script\u003e","brand":"Ottr Landscape Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46174442684644,"sku":"2001","price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0726\/8528\/9700\/files\/Mason-Sand-0.png?v=1743019182"},{"product_id":"loam","title":"Loam (Screened)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLoam (Screened) — Balanced ½\" Screened Loam for Lawns \u0026amp; Gardens\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLoam is the soil texture class with the ideal balance — sand for drainage, silt for nutrient hold, clay for structure. Our ½\"-screened loam is the workhorse soil for new lawns, garden beds, leveling projects, and landscape work across Greater Boston. Bulk delivery by the cubic yard, no bags, no minimum order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e½\"-screened loam\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTexture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSand-silt-clay balanced (USDA loam class)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrganic content\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3–7% by weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.0–7.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~100 sq ft at 3\" depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~2,000–2,400 lbs\/yd³ (~1.0–1.2 tons)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScreened loam, residential loam, lawn loam\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSold by\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe cubic yard, bulk dump truck delivery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it's good for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNew lawn establishment\u003c\/strong\u003e — 4\" minimum for sod, 4–6\" for seed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGarden bed preparation\u003c\/strong\u003e — mix 1:1 with compost for vegetable beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFilling low spots\u003c\/strong\u003e in existing lawns and yards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeveling\u003c\/strong\u003e uneven turf before sod or seed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTop-dressing\u003c\/strong\u003e tired turf to revive thin lawn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTree and shrub planting\u003c\/strong\u003e backfill\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight grading\u003c\/strong\u003e on landscape projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much loam do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a \u003cstrong\u003e1,000 sq ft new lawn\u003c\/strong\u003e at 4\" depth, plan on about \u003cstrong\u003e12 cubic yards\u003c\/strong\u003e. For a \u003cstrong\u003e4' × 8' raised garden bed\u003c\/strong\u003e 12\" deep, you're looking at \u003cstrong\u003e1.2 cubic yards\u003c\/strong\u003e. For \u003cstrong\u003efilling low spots\u003c\/strong\u003e on a typical residential yard, 2–3 cubic yards usually covers it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRule of thumb: 1 cubic yard covers about 100 square feet at 3\" depth, or 75 sq ft at 4\". Order 10% extra for settling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Loam (Screened) compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. \u003ca href=\"\/products\/topsoil\"\u003eTopsoil (Screened)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — Same physical material. \"Loam\" is the technical name landscapers use for balanced soil; \"Topsoil\" is the everyday term. Pick whichever name you're more comfortable searching for — they're the same product at the same price.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. \u003ca href=\"\/products\/site-loam\"\u003eSite Loam (Mass DOT M1.04.0)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — Same physical material. Site Loam is the spec-compliant listing for public-works projects requiring M1.04.0 documentation. Loam (Screened) is the residential listing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. \u003ca href=\"\/products\/super-loam\"\u003eSuper Loam\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — Super Loam is premium-grade with higher organic content for perfectionists. Regular screened loam is the industry-standard balance — gets the job done at a better price.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. \u003ca href=\"\/products\/garden-soil-mix\"\u003eGarden Soil Mix\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — Garden Soil Mix is pre-amended with peat and compost for raised beds and vegetable production. Loam is straight loam — what you want under turf.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. \u003ca href=\"\/products\/fill-dirt\"\u003eFill Dirt\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — Fill dirt is structural fill for raising grade. Loam is topsoil for growing plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's the difference between Loam and Topsoil?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt our yard, they're the same physical product. \"Loam\" technically refers to soil texture (balanced sand-silt-clay), while \"Topsoil\" refers to the upper organic-rich layer of soil. In residential landscaping, the terms are used interchangeably. We sell both names so search engines can find us either way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs your loam really screened?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — every load runs through a ½\" screen to remove rocks, roots, and debris. You'll find occasional small pebbles (under ½\"), but no surprise rocks or organic chunks that would interfere with seed germination or sod installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's the pH and organic content?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003epH typically ranges 6.0–7.5 (turfgrass sweet spot). Organic content runs 3–7% by weight — enough to support lawn establishment without being so high that drainage suffers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow deep should I install loam for a new lawn?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e4\" minimum for sod installation. For seed establishment, 4–6\" is ideal. For top-dressing existing turf, a ½\" to 1\" layer is plenty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I plant a vegetable garden directly in this loam?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou can, but you'll get better results blending it 1:1 with our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/compost\"\u003eCompost\u003c\/a\u003e or just using \u003ca href=\"\/products\/garden-soil-mix\"\u003eGarden Soil Mix\u003c\/a\u003e which is pre-amended for vegetable production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo you deliver in the Boston area?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — same-day and next-day bulk delivery across Suffolk, Middlesex, Norfolk, and Plymouth Counties. $100 flat-rate, no minimum order, no bags.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSame-day and next-day bulk delivery, no minimum order. We run Loam across \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/suffolk-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eSuffolk\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/middlesex-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eMiddlesex\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/norfolk-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eNorfolk\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plymouth-county-landscape-supply\"\u003ePlymouth County\u003c\/a\u003e daily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair with our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/compost\"\u003eCompost\u003c\/a\u003e for vegetable gardens, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/super-loam\"\u003eSuper Loam\u003c\/a\u003e for premium turf installs, or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/fill-dirt\"\u003eFill Dirt\u003c\/a\u003e for raising grade before laying loam on top.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder screened loam today — bulk delivery, no bags, no minimum, the workhorse soil for lawns and gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What's the difference between Loam and Topsoil?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"At our yard, they're the same physical product. Loam technically refers to soil texture (balanced sand-silt-clay), while Topsoil refers to the upper organic-rich layer of soil. In residential landscaping the terms are used interchangeably.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Is your loam really screened?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes. Every load runs through a half-inch screen to remove rocks, roots, and debris.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What's the pH and organic content?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"pH typically ranges 6.0 to 7.5. Organic content runs 3 to 7 percent by weight.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How deep should I install loam for a new lawn?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"4 inches minimum for sod, 4 to 6 inches for seed establishment, half-inch to 1 inch for top-dressing existing turf.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Can I plant vegetables directly in this loam?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"You can, but you'll get better results blending it 1:1 with compost, or using Garden Soil Mix which is pre-amended for vegetables.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Do you deliver in the Boston area?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes. Same-day and next-day bulk delivery across Suffolk, Middlesex, Norfolk, and Plymouth Counties.\"}}]}\u003c\/script\u003e","brand":"Ottr Landscape Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47391124160740,"sku":"3001","price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0726\/8528\/9700\/files\/Loam.png?v=1743019959"},{"product_id":"compost","title":"Compost","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompost — Organic Soil Conditioner That Wakes Up Tired Soil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Compost is fully decomposed organic matter screened to a uniform texture and ready to spread. It's the secret weapon for tired lawns that won't green up no matter how much you fertilize, and the foundation New England gardeners build into raised beds when they want vegetables to actually produce. Living soil grows healthy plants — compost is what makes soil come alive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFully decomposed, screened organic matter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~650 sq ft at 0.5\" lawn top-dress depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~1,200–1,500 lbs\/yd³ (lighter than topsoil)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack gold, compost amendment, screened compost, soil conditioner, organic top-dress\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSold by\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe cubic yard, bulk dump truck delivery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it's good for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLawn top-dressing in spring or fall to thicken turf and improve soil biology\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmending raised garden beds and vegetable gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoosening heavy clay soil and improving moisture retention in sandy soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTree and shrub planting backfill, where strong root development matters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor lawn top-dressing, 1 yard covers about 650 sq ft at 0.5\" depth — the gold-standard application rate. For amending a 4' × 8' raised bed, mix 0.4 cubic yards into the existing soil. New garden bed going in fresh? Plan on 1–2 inches of compost worked into the top 6\" of soil before planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Compost compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Topsoil Loam:\u003c\/strong\u003e Topsoil is the mineral soil structure. Compost is the organic amendment you ADD to topsoil. Different roles — use both together for best results.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Super Loam:\u003c\/strong\u003e Super Loam already has compost blended in. If starting fresh, Super Loam saves a step. If amending existing soil, compost-on-top is the move.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Garden Soil Mix:\u003c\/strong\u003e Garden Soil Mix has organic matter as part of a ready-to-plant blend. Compost is pure amendment — you decide how much to add.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Mulch:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mulch sits on top of soil to suppress weeds and retain moisture. Compost gets mixed INTO soil to feed plants. Different products, different jobs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's the best time to top-dress a lawn with compost?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEarly spring or early fall, after aerating, at 0.25–0.5\" thick. Both seasons work; spring kick-starts the season, fall feeds the roots heading into winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much compost for a 4×8 raised bed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor amending existing soil, 0.4 cubic yards mixed in. For top-dressing an established bed, 1–2\" — about 0.07 yards. Compost works hardest when mixed in, not piled on top.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill compost smell?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProperly finished compost smells like rich forest soil — earthy and neutral. Anything that smells sour, sulfurous, or ammoniated is incomplete compost and should be aged longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes compost add nitrogen?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, gradually — typically 1–2% nitrogen by weight, released slowly as soil microbes work it. Not a fast-acting fertilizer; compost is a soil-biology builder more than a feed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does a cubic yard weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout 1,200–1,500 lbs per cubic yard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo you deliver in the Boston area?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — same-day and next-day bulk delivery across Suffolk, Middlesex, Norfolk, and Plymouth Counties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSame-day and next-day bulk delivery, no minimum order. We run compost across \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/middlesex-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eMiddlesex\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/norfolk-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eNorfolk\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/plymouth-county-landscape-supply\"\u003ePlymouth\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/suffolk-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eSuffolk County\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/loam\"\u003escreened topsoil loam\u003c\/a\u003e for new lawn or grading work, or our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/garden-soil-mix\"\u003egarden soil mix\u003c\/a\u003e when you want a ready-to-plant blend instead of building it yourself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder today — the organic boost your soil has been asking for.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is the best time to top-dress a lawn with compost?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Early spring or early fall, after aerating, at 0.25 to 0.5 inch thick. Both seasons work.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How much compost for a 4 by 8 raised bed?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"For amending existing soil, 0.4 cubic yards mixed in. For top-dressing an established bed, 1-2 inches.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Will compost smell?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Properly finished compost smells like rich forest soil — earthy and neutral. Anything sour or sulfurous is incomplete compost.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Does compost add nitrogen?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes, gradually — typically 1-2% nitrogen by weight, released slowly as soil microbes work it. Not a fast-acting fertilizer.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How much does a cubic yard weigh?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"About 1,200 to 1,500 lbs per cubic yard.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Do you deliver in the Boston area?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes. Same-day and next-day bulk delivery across Suffolk, Middlesex, Norfolk, and Plymouth Counties.\"}}]}\u003c\/script\u003e","brand":"Ottr Landscape Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46324371423460,"sku":"3004","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0726\/8528\/9700\/files\/compost_78ebded2-4a1f-42b9-8a2b-b9668db837f7.png?v=1750396817"},{"product_id":"super-loam","title":"Super Loam","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuper Loam — Premium Screened Topsoil for Showpiece Lawns\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuper Loam is our premium-grade screened topsoil — a step up from standard loam, with a higher organic matter content blended in for the kind of new lawn or sod install where you want results that turn neighbors' heads. If you're doing it right (or doing it once), this is the soil to put down before the seed or the sod goes on top.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScreened topsoil with elevated organic matter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~80 sq ft at 4\" depth (new lawn standard)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~1,800–2,000 lbs\/yd³ (lighter than standard loam)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePremium loam, organic topsoil, screened super soil, enriched loam\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSold by\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe cubic yard, bulk dump truck delivery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it's good for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew lawn installs from seed or sod where premium results matter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTop-dressing tired lawns with a richer blend than standard loam\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRe-grading and re-soiling sports turf or high-traffic lawn areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium garden bed installs and shrub planting backfill\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a new 1,000 sq ft lawn at the recommended 4\" depth, you'll want about 12.3 cubic yards. A small 500 sq ft side yard at 3\" depth runs about 4.6 yards. Always till super loam into the existing subsoil at least 2–3\" so roots don't hit a hard layer when they reach the bottom of the topsoil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Super Loam compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Topsoil Loam (½\" Screened):\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard Topsoil Loam is the workhorse soil for grading and general lawn work. Super Loam adds organic matter for richer planting beds and showpiece lawns. About 20–30% more expensive per yard.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Garden Soil Mix:\u003c\/strong\u003e Garden Soil Mix is a ready-to-plant blend with peat and sand for raised beds. Super Loam is a richer base soil — better for in-ground lawns and large grading projects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Compost:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compost is the pure organic amendment you mix INTO soil. Super Loam already has it blended in. If you have standard loam down, add compost on top; if starting fresh, Super Loam saves a step.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Horticultural Soil Mix:\u003c\/strong\u003e Horticultural Mix is peat-heavy and very light — designed for containers and propagation. Super Loam is heavier and structured for in-ground lawns and beds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes Super Loam \"super\"?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eElevated organic matter content blended into screened topsoil. Standard loam is a balanced mineral mix; Super Loam adds compost-derived nutrients and texture for stronger early plant growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Super Loam worth the upgrade over standard Topsoil Loam?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor new lawns where appearance matters in year one, yes — the organic boost shows in faster germination, deeper green, and thicker turf early. For large grading and structural fill work, standard loam is plenty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I plant directly into Super Loam?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes for lawns from seed or sod. For vegetable gardens, our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/garden-soil-mix\"\u003eGarden Soil Mix\u003c\/a\u003e is purpose-built and better.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow deep should I lay Super Loam for a new lawn?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e4 inches minimum. Till the bottom 2–3\" into the subsoil so roots transition into native soil without hitting a hard line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does a cubic yard weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout 1,800–2,000 lbs per cubic yard (lighter than standard loam because of the organic content).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo you deliver in the Boston area?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — same-day and next-day bulk delivery across Suffolk, Middlesex, Norfolk, and Plymouth Counties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSame-day and next-day bulk delivery, no minimum order. We deliver super loam across \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/suffolk-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eSuffolk\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/middlesex-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eMiddlesex\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/norfolk-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eNorfolk\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/plymouth-county-landscape-supply\"\u003ePlymouth County\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/compost\"\u003ecompost\u003c\/a\u003e to top-dress and feed the lawn after seed-up, or our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/loam\"\u003escreened topsoil loam\u003c\/a\u003e when standard-grade loam fits the project budget better.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder today — the premium loam that grows the lawn the rest of the block notices.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What makes Super Loam super?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Elevated organic matter content blended into screened topsoil. Standard loam is a balanced mineral mix; Super Loam adds compost-derived nutrients and texture for stronger early plant growth.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Is Super Loam worth the upgrade over standard Topsoil Loam?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"For new lawns where appearance matters in year one, yes — faster germination, deeper green, thicker turf early. For large grading work, standard loam is plenty.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Can I plant directly into Super Loam?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes for lawns from seed or sod. For vegetable gardens, our Garden Soil Mix is purpose-built and better.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How deep should I lay it for a new lawn?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"4 inches minimum. Till the bottom 2-3 inches into the subsoil so roots transition into native soil without hitting a hard line.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How much does a cubic yard weigh?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"About 1,800 to 2,000 lbs per cubic yard.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Do you deliver in the Boston area?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes. Same-day and next-day bulk delivery across Suffolk, Middlesex, Norfolk, and Plymouth Counties.\"}}]}\u003c\/script\u003e","brand":"Ottr Landscape Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48651871125732,"sku":"3002","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0726\/8528\/9700\/files\/SuperLoam.jpg?v=1775407597"},{"product_id":"garden-soil-mix","title":"Garden Soil","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGarden Soil Mix — Ready-to-Plant Blend for Raised Beds \u0026amp; Vegetable Gardens\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Garden Soil Mix is the open-the-bag-and-plant blend that takes the guesswork out of starting a vegetable garden, raised bed, or new flower border. We blend screened loam, sphagnum peat, and coarse sand in proportions tuned for what plants actually want — enough structure to hold roots, enough organic matter to feed them, and enough drainage that roots don't sit in water after a rainy week.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScreened loam + sphagnum peat + coarse sand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~100 sq ft at 3\" depth (or 1 yd³ fills a 4'×8'×12\" bed)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~1,400–1,700 lbs\/yd³\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRaised bed soil, vegetable garden soil, planter mix, garden mix\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSold by\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe cubic yard, bulk dump truck delivery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it's good for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaised garden beds, cedar boxes, and elevated planters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVegetable gardens, salsa gardens, and herb beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew flower beds where you want plants to take off the first season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFilling deep planters, large containers, and trough planters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA standard 4' × 8' raised bed at 12\" deep takes about 1.2 cubic yards — round up to 1.5 yards if you want it heaped a little proud (the soil will settle as you water it in). Two 4' × 4' beds at 12\" deep need about 1.2 yards combined. Bigger 4' × 16' bed at 18\" deep? About 3.6 yards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Garden Soil Mix compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Topsoil Loam:\u003c\/strong\u003e Topsoil Loam is straight screened loam — better for lawns and grading. Garden Soil Mix has peat and sand added for raised-bed performance. Don't substitute — straight loam compacts in raised beds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Horticultural Soil Mix:\u003c\/strong\u003e Horticultural is peat-heaviest, lightest, designed for containers and propagation. Garden Soil Mix is heavier and more balanced for in-bed vegetables.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Compost:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compost is pure organic amendment (you mix into existing soil). Garden Soil Mix already has the right blend — no mixing required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Super Loam:\u003c\/strong\u003e Super Loam is for in-ground lawns and beds. Garden Soil Mix is for raised beds and containers where drainage matters more than soil weight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's in Garden Soil Mix?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eScreened loam (the mineral base), sphagnum peat (organic matter and water retention), and coarse sand (drainage). The proportions are tuned for raised-bed vegetable gardening — roughly 50% loam, 30% peat, 20% sand by volume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I plant directly into Garden Soil Mix without amending?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — that's the whole point. Fill the bed, plant, water. Most vegetables and herbs take off in this mix without additional amendments in year one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much for a 4×8 raised bed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1.2 cubic yards at 12\" deep. Round up to 1.5 yards because soil settles 10–15% after first watering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill Garden Soil Mix compact over time?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLess than straight topsoil because the peat keeps it light. Most raised beds need 1–2\" of fresh mix top-dress each spring to replace what settled and broke down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does a cubic yard weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout 1,400–1,700 lbs per cubic yard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo you deliver in the Boston area?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — same-day and next-day bulk delivery across Suffolk, Middlesex, Norfolk, and Plymouth Counties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSame-day and next-day bulk delivery, no minimum order. We deliver garden soil across \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/suffolk-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eSuffolk\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/norfolk-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eNorfolk\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/middlesex-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eMiddlesex\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/plymouth-county-landscape-supply\"\u003ePlymouth County\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/compost\"\u003ecompost\u003c\/a\u003e to top-dress and feed the bed mid-season, or our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/black-mulch\"\u003eblack mulch\u003c\/a\u003e to finish the look around your raised beds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder today — the ready-to-plant blend that gets gardens growing fast.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is in Garden Soil Mix?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Screened loam (mineral base), sphagnum peat (organic matter and water retention), and coarse sand (drainage). Roughly 50% loam, 30% peat, 20% sand by volume.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Can I plant directly into it without amending?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes — that is the whole point. Fill the bed, plant, water. Most vegetables and herbs take off in this mix without additional amendments in year one.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How much for a 4 by 8 raised bed?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"1.2 cubic yards at 12 inch depth. Round up to 1.5 yards because soil settles 10-15% after first watering.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Will it compact over time?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Less than straight topsoil because the peat keeps it light. Most raised beds need 1-2 inches of fresh mix top-dress each spring.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How much does a cubic yard weigh?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"About 1,400 to 1,700 lbs per cubic yard.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Do you deliver in the Boston area?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes. Same-day and next-day bulk delivery across Suffolk, Middlesex, Norfolk, and Plymouth Counties.\"}}]}\u003c\/script\u003e","brand":"Ottr Landscape Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48690763923684,"sku":"3003","price":70.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0726\/8528\/9700\/files\/Hort-Soil-Mix.png?v=1750213513"},{"product_id":"blonde-infield-soil-mix","title":"Infield Soil Mix","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInfield Soil Mix — Blonde Clay-Loam Blend for Baseball \u0026amp; Softball Diamonds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Blonde Infield Soil Mix is the engineered clay-loam-and-sand blend that little leagues, high schools, and town rec departments call for when it's time to refresh a diamond. It packs firm enough to hold a clean spike print, drains fast enough to play after a rain delay, and stays put when the wind kicks up. Same material works for backyard wiffle-ball diamonds, bocce courts, and dog-sport agility surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEngineered blonde clay-loam-and-sand blend\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~100 sq ft at 3\" depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~2,000–2,200 lbs\/yd³\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiamond mix, infield mix, baseball dirt, blonde infield, ball field soil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSold by\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe cubic yard, bulk dump truck delivery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it's good for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBaseball and softball infields, base paths, and warning tracks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePitcher's mounds and batter's boxes (where compaction matters most)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBocce courts, horseshoe pits, and shuffleboard surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBackyard ball diamonds and rec-league field maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA standard 90' Little League infield (the dirt portion) is roughly 9,500 sq ft. A 1\" top-dress refresh on that surface takes about 29 cubic yards. A backyard 60' diamond at 2\" runs about 14 cubic yards. Always grade and laser-level after spreading for proper drainage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Infield Soil Mix compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Topsoil Loam:\u003c\/strong\u003e Topsoil is for growing grass. Infield Mix is engineered to NOT grow grass — it stays bare, packs firm, and sheds water. Don't substitute.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Mason Sand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pure sand drains too fast and won't hold a spike print. Infield Mix has clay content that packs and stays.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Stone Dust:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stone dust is angular crushed fines (better for walkways). Infield Mix is rounded mineral soil engineered for athletic play.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Bocce Court Material (specialized):\u003c\/strong\u003e Many bocce courts use oyster flour or specialty surface mixes. Infield Mix is the budget-friendly alternative that plays well for backyard courts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this the same dirt MLB fields use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSame product family. Pro fields use highly tuned proprietary mixes (often kiln-dried clay branded \"Mar Mound\" or similar). Our Blonde Infield Mix is the standard rec\/high-school grade — plays great, costs a fraction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow thick should I lay infield mix?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1\" top-dress for an existing infield refresh. 3–4\" for a new build over a compacted base. Always laser-level for proper grade — infields drain via slope, not via mix porosity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill grass grow in it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNot well — that's the point. The clay-sand engineered blend resists turf invasion so infields stay bare and playable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use Infield Mix for a bocce court?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — it's a budget-friendly choice for backyard courts. Compact firmly (use a vibratory plate or roller) and crown slightly for drainage. Pro courts use oyster flour or specialty surfaces; this is the next tier down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does a cubic yard weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout 2,000–2,200 lbs per cubic yard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo you deliver in the Boston area?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — same-day and next-day bulk delivery across Suffolk, Middlesex, Norfolk, and Plymouth Counties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSame-day and next-day bulk delivery, no minimum order. We deliver infield mix across \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/middlesex-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eMiddlesex\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/plymouth-county-landscape-supply\"\u003ePlymouth\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/norfolk-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eNorfolk\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/suffolk-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eSuffolk County\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/mason-sand\"\u003emason sand\u003c\/a\u003e for batter's box and pitcher's mound finish layers, or our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/dense-pack-075-to-minus\"\u003edense pack ¾\" to minus\u003c\/a\u003e for the compacted base under outfield warning tracks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder today — the blonde infield mix that plays like the show.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Is this the same dirt MLB fields use?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Same product family. Pro fields use highly tuned proprietary mixes. Our Blonde Infield Mix is the standard rec\/high-school grade — plays great, costs a fraction.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How thick should I lay infield mix?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"1 inch top-dress for an existing infield refresh. 3-4 inches for a new build over a compacted base. Always laser-level for proper grade.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Will grass grow in it?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Not well — that is the point. The clay-sand engineered blend resists turf invasion so infields stay bare and playable.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Can I use Infield Mix for a bocce court?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes — budget-friendly for backyard courts. Compact firmly and crown slightly for drainage. Pro courts use oyster flour or specialty surfaces.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How much does a cubic yard weigh?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"About 2,000 to 2,200 lbs per cubic yard.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Do you deliver in the Boston area?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes. Same-day and next-day bulk delivery across Suffolk, Middlesex, Norfolk, and Plymouth Counties.\"}}]}\u003c\/script\u003e","brand":"Ottr Landscape Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48777196994788,"sku":"3007","price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0726\/8528\/9700\/files\/native-infield-mix.png?v=1776546771"}],"url":"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/lawn-leveling-repair.oembed","provider":"Ottr Landscape Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}