About this soil

Quality topsoil for lawns, gardens, and landscape projects. Nutrient rich and ready to support strong root development and healthy plant establishment.

Very happy with the ease of ordering. Delivery went exactly as planned. Garden soil looks great and couldn’t be happier.

Columbia Soil Delivery

Columbia Soil Delivery

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Regular price $55.00 per yard
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About this soil

Quality topsoil for lawns, gardens, and landscape projects. Nutrient rich and ready to support strong root development and healthy plant establishment.

Very happy with the ease of ordering. Delivery went exactly as planned. Garden soil looks great and couldn’t be happier.

Calculate area first, then depth based on the job. Columbia top-dressing versus raised bed prep can differ by 10x in soil needs.
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A yard is approximately 27 cubic feet. As a general guideline, one yard of material can cover an area of about 100-160 square feet at a 2-3 inch depth.

A yard is approximately 27 cubic feet. As a general guideline, one yard of material can cover an area of about 10 feet by 10 feet at a few inches deep.

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How It Works

Getting started is easy — just follow these simple steps

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Choose your soil

Make sure you adjust the quantity to your home's needs. You can use our calculator to estimate how much you'll need.

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Select your delivery date

Select a delivery date you'd like for the product to be dropped off at your home

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Sit back and wait

Sit back, wait, and let us work our magic to make sure the highest quality product is delivered to your driveway.

What Columbia Customers Like About Our Soil

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Complete Your Outdoor Soil Project

The best Columbia beds combine all three. Soil for roots, mulch for moisture retention on sandy loam ground, stone for edges. One delivery covers it.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Do I need to test my soil?

Worth doing. Soil here often tests acidic from leaching. A basic pH check from your extension office informs how to amend.

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How do I fix clay soil?

Compost plus gypsum, but skip sand entirely. Organic matter worked into the upper layer gradually improves clay. Takes seasons.

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How do I improve drainage in heavy soil?

Incorporate compost and organic amendments heavily. With Columbia's sandy soil and heat, improvement takes seasons. Raised frames are the fast solution.

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How do I prepare the area before adding soil?

Remove weeds, rake debris, fork or till the top 4–6 inches. Columbia's sandy loam drains better when new soil can mix in.

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How much soil do I need?

Figure 100 sq ft coverage per yard at 3-inch depth. Raised beds need 12+ inches. Use our sizing tool for exact amounts.

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How do I fill a raised bed?

For deep beds, start with coarse material (sticks, leaves) at the bottom, then fill with raised bed mix. Leave 2 inches for mulch.

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What soil is best for raised beds?

A blend of topsoil, compost, and amendments—often called raised bed mix. It drains well but holds moisture, unlike Columbia's native sandy loam.

Mulch Mound Pro Tip

Columbia yards with native sandy loam soil often need drainage amendments mixed into topsoil. Add sand to clay, compost to sand, and organic matter to both for best results with any soil type.

Mulch Mound Pro Tip

Healthy topsoil contains billions of microorganisms in every handful you pick up. These bacteria, fungi, and protozoa are essential for converting nutrients into forms that plant roots can absorb.

Mulch Mound Pro Tip

Earthworms process about 10 tons of soil per acre annually through their digestive systems. Healthy topsoil has 25 or more worms per cubic foot, constantly improving soil structure.

The Unique Landscape of Columbia

When you’re planting in Columbia, good soil makes the difference between fighting the ground and getting it done. If your yard has spots that stay soggy or bake dry, better soil structure can help. It’s great for raised beds, topping off landscape beds, and filling around new shrubs and flowers. Mix lightly into the top few inches where you can, then level and water to set it. With delivery, you can focus on grading and planting instead of hauling bags.