{"title":"Raised Garden Bed Materials","description":"\u003cp\u003eBuilding a 4'×8' raised bed against a Plymouth stone wall or filling a cedar kit on a Brockton patio? The mix that works in New England's heavy clay soil is loam for body, compost for nutrients, and a screened garden mix on top for seed-friendly tilth. Skip the bagged big-box dirt — at 1.2 cubic yards for a 4'×8' bed at 12\" deep, bulk delivery is half the cost and you get a real soil profile, not peat-and-perlite filler.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat goes in the bed:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTopsoil Loam ½\" Screened\u003c\/strong\u003e — the foundational fill. Holds moisture, anchors roots. Use as the bottom 6–8\" of any bed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuper Loam\u003c\/strong\u003e — premium screened blend with more organic body. Use as the top 4–6\" if you want a richer planting layer without amending separately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGarden Soil Mix\u003c\/strong\u003e — pre-blended loam + compost. Drop-in solution for smaller beds where you don't want to layer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHorticultural Soil Mix\u003c\/strong\u003e — finer blend tuned for vegetables and annuals. Best for the top dressing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompost\u003c\/strong\u003e — work 2–3\" into the top layer or use as an annual amendment in spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSizing rule of thumb:\u003c\/strong\u003e A 4'×8' bed at 12\" deep = 1.2 cubic yards. A 4'×12' bed at 12\" deep = 1.8 cubic yards. Add 10% if you're settling fresh fill.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSame-day or next-day dump-truck delivery across Massachusetts and Rhode Island for orders over 3 yards. Smaller orders welcome at our Brockton yard for pickup.\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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It's lighter and more porous than a standard garden mix, which makes it the right call for container plantings, propagation work, and the kind of high-yield raised bed setups serious vegetable gardeners obsess over.\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\u003eSphagnum peat base + vermiculite + perlite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 yd³ ≈ 27 cubic feet of containers\/beds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~800–1,200 lbs\/yd³ (lightest soil we carry)\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\u003eNursery mix, container mix, potting soil (bulk), grower's mix, propagation 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\u003eContainer plantings, large pots, and decorative urns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant propagation, seed-starting trays, and cutting beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaised beds where serious yields and vigorous root growth are the goal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNursery production and small-scale commercial growing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 4' × 8' raised bed at 12\" deep takes about 1.2 cubic yards. Filling ten 24\" decorative pots? Plan on roughly 0.4 cubic yards. For nursery work, 1 yard fills about 200 1-gallon pots or 80 3-gallon pots, give or take.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Horticultural Mix compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Garden Soil Mix:\u003c\/strong\u003e Garden Soil Mix is heavier and more balanced — better for in-bed vegetable gardening. Horticultural is lighter and peat-heavier — better for containers and propagation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Topsoil Loam:\u003c\/strong\u003e Topsoil is mineral soil for in-ground lawns and grading. Horticultural Mix is peat-based and engineered for containers; can't substitute one for the other.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Bagged Potting Soil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Same product family, sold in bulk by the yard instead of bags. Much cheaper per cubic foot than retail bagged mix.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Compost:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compost is the pure organic amendment. Horticultural Mix is a complete container medium. Add compost to Horticultural Mix as a nutrient boost; it doesn't replace the mix.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Horticultural Soil Mix the same as bagged potting soil?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSame product family, bulk-delivered instead of bagged. The retail bagged stuff is convenient for small jobs; bulk Horticultural Mix is dramatically cheaper per cubic foot for anyone filling more than a few pots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use Horticultural Mix in raised beds?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, especially for high-yield growers. It's lighter than Garden Soil Mix so it drains faster — pair with consistent watering. For typical home vegetable beds, Garden Soil Mix is easier maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is it so light?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSphagnum peat is the bulk of the mix, and peat is incredibly low-density compared to mineral soil. Vermiculite and perlite add air pockets that further reduce weight. The lightness is a feature — roots need air, not weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long does Horticultural Mix last?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn containers, refresh annually — peat breaks down over the season and the mix shrinks. In raised beds, expect to top-dress 1–2\" of fresh mix each spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does a cubic yard weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout 800–1,200 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 horticultural mix across \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, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/middlesex-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eMiddlesex\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\/compost\"\u003ecompost\u003c\/a\u003e for additional organic boost, or our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/garden-soil-mix\"\u003egarden soil mix\u003c\/a\u003e when a less specialized (and more economical) blend will do the job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder today — the pro-grade soil mix the nurseries trust.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Is Horticultural Soil Mix the same as bagged potting soil?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Same product family, bulk-delivered instead of bagged. 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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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