{"title":"Lawn Repair \u0026 Topsoil","description":"\u003cp\u003eLoam, topsoil, and soil amendments for new lawn installs, lawn repair, and over-seeding across Greater Boston. Premium screened topsoil, super loam, garden soil mix, and compost — bulk delivery by the cubic yard, flat $100 delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat you'll find here:\u003c\/strong\u003e the soils and amendments lawn pros and homeowners reach for to repair patchy lawns, level low spots, top-dress, or build a new lawn from scratch.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"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. 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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. 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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. 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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. 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Bulk delivery across Greater Boston, with tickets and certifications available for spec-compliant work.\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 topsoil loam\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpec\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMass DOT M1.04.0 Loam Borrow\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 loam (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\u003e5–8% by weight (Mass DOT spec)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.0–7.5 (Mass DOT spec range)\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\u003eM1.04.0 loam, spec topsoil, screened loam, lawn loam, DPW 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\u003ePublic-works finish grade\u003c\/strong\u003e on DOT, DPW, and municipal projects with M1.04.0 on the plans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNew lawn establishment\u003c\/strong\u003e over Common Borrow or graded sub-base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSod underlayment\u003c\/strong\u003e — 4\" minimum depth per industry standard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAthletic field finish\u003c\/strong\u003e — baseball, soccer, football turf installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommercial landscape installs\u003c\/strong\u003e where the GC needs spec compliance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGarden bed top-dressing\u003c\/strong\u003e on commercial properties\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much site loam do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a \u003cstrong\u003e5,000 sq ft new lawn\u003c\/strong\u003e at 4\" finish depth, plan on about \u003cstrong\u003e62 cubic yards\u003c\/strong\u003e of loam. For a \u003cstrong\u003ebaseball outfield\u003c\/strong\u003e (200' × 200', 6\" deep), you're looking at \u003cstrong\u003e740 cubic yards\u003c\/strong\u003e (typical project ships in 30-yard daily increments). For a \u003cstrong\u003ecommercial property strip\u003c\/strong\u003e 100' × 8' × 4\" deep, roughly \u003cstrong\u003e10 cubic yards\u003c\/strong\u003e.\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\" depth. Order 10% extra for settling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Site Loam compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. \u003ca href=\"\/products\/loam\"\u003eLoam (Screened)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — Same physical product, screened to the same gradation. Site Loam is the spec-compliant listing for projects requiring Mass DOT M1.04.0 documentation. Loam (Screened) is the residential listing for the same material when spec compliance isn't required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. \u003ca href=\"\/products\/super-loam\"\u003eSuper Loam\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — Super Loam has higher organic content (premium garden grade) targeted at residential lawn perfectionism. Site Loam meets exact M1.04.0 spec — designed for the industry-standard balance between texture, organic, and drainage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. \u003ca href=\"\/products\/common-borrow\"\u003eCommon Borrow\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — Borrow is structural, used to raise grade. Loam is the topsoil that goes on top. You typically order both for a full site-prep stack.\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 amended with peat and compost for raised beds and vegetable production. Site Loam is straight loam — what you want under turf.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Site Loam the same as Loam (Screened)?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSame physical material, screened to the same gradation. Site Loam is the spec-compliant listing for Mass DOT M1.04.0 projects with documentation available. Loam (Screened) is the residential listing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Site Loam Mass DOT M1.04.0 compliant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Our Site Loam meets M1.04.0 specification for texture (sand-silt-clay loam), organic content (5–8%), pH (6.0–7.5), and screen size (½\" minus). Tickets and lab certifications available on request.\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, 4–6\" for seed establishment. Industry standard for athletic fields and high-traffic turf is 6\". Public works projects often spec 4\" finish depth over compacted borrow base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use Site Loam for raised vegetable beds?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt works, but for vegetable production you'll get better results blending it with compost (1:1 ratio) or using our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/garden-soil-mix\"\u003eGarden Soil Mix\u003c\/a\u003e which is pre-amended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's the typical install order on a new construction project?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(1) Strip and stockpile existing topsoil. (2) Cut and fill to subgrade. (3) Place Common Borrow to raise grade. (4) Compact in lifts. (5) Spread Site Loam at finish depth. (6) Seed or sod.\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. Multi-load scheduling available for larger projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSame-day and next-day bulk delivery, no minimum order. We run Site 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\/common-borrow\"\u003eCommon Borrow (M1.01.0)\u003c\/a\u003e for the structural fill underneath, or our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/compost\"\u003eCompost\u003c\/a\u003e for top-dressing existing lawn over Site Loam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder Site Loam today — Mass DOT M1.04.0 topsoil delivered by the truckload across Greater Boston.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Is Site Loam the same as Loam (Screened)?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Same physical material, screened to the same gradation. 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Delivered loose by dump truck across Greater Boston — no bags, no markup, no minimum.\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 topsoil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil classification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSDA loam (balanced texture)\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%\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 topsoil, garden soil, planting soil, black dirt\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 homeowners use it for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNew lawn installation\u003c\/strong\u003e — establish a thick green carpet from seed or sod\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGarden bed prep\u003c\/strong\u003e — perennial beds, annual borders, vegetable plots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFilling holes\u003c\/strong\u003e from removed stumps, dead bushes, or settling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYard leveling\u003c\/strong\u003e — fix low spots and dips before mowing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRaised beds\u003c\/strong\u003e — bulk fill for elevated planters and boxes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTree and shrub planting\u003c\/strong\u003e — backfill the hole with quality soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTop-dressing\u003c\/strong\u003e existing lawns to revive thin or compacted turf\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much topsoil do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a \u003cstrong\u003etypical residential lawn install\u003c\/strong\u003e covering 1,500 sq ft at 4\" depth, plan on about \u003cstrong\u003e18 cubic yards\u003c\/strong\u003e. For a \u003cstrong\u003estandard 4' × 8' raised garden bed\u003c\/strong\u003e 12\" deep, you'll need \u003cstrong\u003e1.2 cubic yards\u003c\/strong\u003e. To \u003cstrong\u003efill in a tree stump removal hole\u003c\/strong\u003e 4' across × 2' deep, roughly \u003cstrong\u003e1 cubic yard\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuick math: 1 cubic yard covers about 100 sq ft at 3\" depth. Order 10% extra to account for settling after the first rain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Topsoil (Screened) compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. \u003ca href=\"\/products\/loam\"\u003eLoam (Screened)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — Same physical material. \"Topsoil\" is the everyday term everyone uses; \"Loam\" is the technical classification for soil with our exact texture. We sell both names — same product, same price.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. \u003ca href=\"\/products\/super-loam\"\u003eSuper Loam\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — Super Loam has higher organic content, marketed at homeowners who want premium turf. Regular Topsoil is the everyday workhorse — gets your lawn established without paying for upgrades you may not need.\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 vegetable beds. Topsoil is straight soil — the right call for lawns, perennials, and tree planting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. \u003ca href=\"\/products\/compost\"\u003eCompost\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — Compost is the organic amendment you mix INTO topsoil to improve fertility. Compost alone is too rich for most plants — always use as an amendment, not as standalone planting medium.\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 unscreened structural fill (rocks, clay, debris allowed) for raising grade. Topsoil is the screened, plant-ready surface layer that goes on TOP of fill dirt.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's the difference between Topsoil and Loam?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt our yard, they're literally the same product. \"Topsoil\" is the everyday term homeowners use; \"Loam\" is the technical term landscapers and soil scientists use for the same balanced sand-silt-clay texture. We list both names so you can find us whichever term you search.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs your topsoil really screened?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — every cubic yard runs through a ½\" screen to remove rocks, roots, sticks, and debris. You'll get clean, plant-ready soil with consistent texture top to bottom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I plant directly in this topsoil?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes for lawns, perennials, shrubs, and most landscape plants. For vegetable gardens, blending it 1:1 with our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/compost\"\u003eCompost\u003c\/a\u003e gives much better yields. Or use our pre-amended \u003ca href=\"\/products\/garden-soil-mix\"\u003eGarden Soil Mix\u003c\/a\u003e for vegetables specifically.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's it like — color and texture?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDark brown to black, crumbly but moisture-retentive. Easy to dig with a hand trowel. Not too sandy (drains too fast) and not too clay-heavy (compacts and chokes roots) — that's why we screen it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much do I need for a typical backyard project?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor a 1,000 sq ft lawn at 4\" depth, 12 cubic yards. For a 100 sq ft garden bed at 6\" depth, 2 cubic yards. For a single tree-planting backfill, ¼ cubic yard. Order 10% extra for settling.\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 delivery, no minimum order, no bags.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSame-day and next-day bulk delivery, no minimum order. We run Topsoil 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-grade lawn installs, or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/fill-dirt\"\u003eFill Dirt\u003c\/a\u003e for raising grade before laying topsoil on top.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder screened topsoil today — bulk delivery, no bags, no minimum, ready for your next yard or garden project.\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 Topsoil and Loam?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"At our yard they're literally the same product. 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