How much potting soil do I need?

Ordering larger volumes of soil is a great way to take advantage of our aggressive volume discounts and save serious money. This strategy is only good if know how much soil you will use in a season. Planning is key. See our volume conversion table below for a quick guide on estimating soil needs for greenhouse growers.

We recommend using your potting mix within one growing season (6-9mo) from the date of blending which is listed on each bag. After that the soil does not go bad, however it is harder to guarantee the nutrient levels and biological activity of the mix due to variability of storage conditions on your farm.

Bulk totes should be stored out of the direct sunlight and rain exposureto avoid allowing the soil becoming oversaturated or dry out completely. While the bulk bags we use are water resistant, they will take on excess water over time. If the mix does dry out completely, re-water thoroughly, and re-mix before filling pots or containers.

Size Guide:

For Raised Beds:

Use the below formula to calculate your soil needs.

(Length (feet) x Width (feet) x depth (inches)/12)/27 = Yards needed.