{"title":"Soil \u0026 Loam","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil \u0026amp; Loam — Bulk Garden \u0026amp; Landscape Soil Delivered\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're patching a lawn, building raised beds, or topping off a new garden, the right soil makes the project. At Ottr Landscape Supply, we deliver bulk soil and loam by the cubic yard across the Greater Boston area — screened topsoil, premium Super Loam, garden soil blends, compost, fill dirt, and more. No bagged-up nonsense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCustomers regularly search for \"screened loam delivery,\" \"topsoil near me,\" and \"garden soil suppliers Boston\" — these are the materials that move the most through our yard each spring and fall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat We Stock\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLoam (Screened)\u003c\/strong\u003e — Clean, screened loam for general lawn and garden use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuper Loam\u003c\/strong\u003e — Our premium screened loam blend, ideal for new lawns and high-end planting beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTopsoil (Screened)\u003c\/strong\u003e — Screened topsoil for grading and surface repair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGarden Soil\u003c\/strong\u003e — Blended for planting beds, vegetable gardens, and seasonal projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHorticultural Soil\u003c\/strong\u003e — Nutrient-rich mix for ornamentals and specialty planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompost\u003c\/strong\u003e — Organic compost for amendment, mulch refresh, and soil health\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFill Dirt\u003c\/strong\u003e — Cost-effective bulk fill for grading and site prep\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInfield Soil Mix\u003c\/strong\u003e — Tuned for baseball and softball infields\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Buy Bulk Soil From Us\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSold by the cubic yard — no minimums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocal Boston-area delivery, usually same-week\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe drop the load where you need it\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal screened materials from a local yard, not a chain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBulk loam, topsoil, garden soil, and compost delivered across Boston and the South Shore.\u003c\/strong\u003e\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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Big jobs need bulk material, and that's exactly what fill dirt is for.\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\u003eUnscreened native fill (may contain rocks and roots)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpec\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGenerally aligns with Mass DOT M1.01.0 Ordinary Borrow for fill 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~2,000–2,200 lbs\/yd³ (~1.0–1.1 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\u003eOrdinary borrow, structural fill, bulk dirt, regrade dirt, fill 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\u003eFilling depressions and old swimming pool removals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaising low-lying yards or correcting drainage by regrading toward gutters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilding up around foundations after settling or excavation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBase layer under topsoil and loam on new construction sites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFilling a 10' × 10' × 6\" deep depression takes about 1.85 cubic yards. A typical pool removal (16' round × 4' deep) needs around 30 cubic yards of fill. Always cover fill dirt with at least 4–6\" of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/loam\"\u003escreened topsoil loam\u003c\/a\u003e before seeding or sodding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Fill Dirt compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Topsoil Loam:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fill Dirt is unscreened structural fill (rocks, roots OK). Topsoil Loam is screened planting soil. Use Fill Dirt as the bulk base, Topsoil Loam as the planting layer on top.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Dense Pack:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dense Pack is engineered, compactable base material. Fill Dirt is bulk native soil — not engineered, not as structurally consistent. Different applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Compost:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compost is light, expensive, organic amendment. Fill Dirt is cheap bulk material. Don't substitute either way.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Gravel Borrow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gravel Borrow (Mass DOT M1.03.0) is a higher-spec engineered fill with controlled gradation. Fill Dirt is Ordinary Borrow (M1.01.0) — looser spec, lower cost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I plant in Fill Dirt?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNot directly — it's unscreened native soil that may contain rocks, roots, and inconsistent organic content. Always cover with 4–6\" of screened topsoil loam before seeding or planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Fill Dirt structural?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor residential grading and yard work, yes — when compacted in lifts. For permitted structural applications (foundations, retaining walls), Mass DOT-spec Gravel Borrow (M1.03.0) is required. Confirm with your engineer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much fill dirt for a pool removal?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA typical 16' round above-ground pool removal (4' deep) needs about 30 cubic yards. An in-ground pool removal can run 80–150+ yards depending on size and shape. Get quotes for the specific demo job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill fill dirt settle over time?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — 10–20% settling over the first year if not compacted in lifts. For grading jobs where final elevation matters, compact every 6–8 inches with a plate compactor or roller.\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 fill dirt to job sites across \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, \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\/loam\"\u003escreened topsoil loam\u003c\/a\u003e for the planting layer on top, or our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/dense-pack-075-to-minus\"\u003edense pack ¾\" to minus\u003c\/a\u003e when the project needs a compacted structural base instead of bulk fill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder today — the bulk fill that handles the heavy lifting on grading jobs.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Can I plant in Fill Dirt?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Not directly — it is unscreened native soil that may contain rocks, roots, and inconsistent organic content. 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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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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). 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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. 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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. 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