About this compost

Finished screened compost, fully broken down and ready to work into beds. The general purpose choice for building soil that holds water and feeds roots.

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One cubic yard covers about 324 square feet at a 1 inch depth, which is the right amount for topdressing an established lawn. For bed work, where 2 to 3 inches gets tilled in, plan on roughly 108 to 162 square feet per cubic yard. Measure your bed or lawn area first, then match it to the depth you actually need rather than rounding up.

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.

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About this compost

Finished screened compost, fully broken down and ready to work into beds. The general purpose choice for building soil that holds water and feeds roots.

We had a great experience with mulch mound! Our mulch arrived when we requested. The delivery fee was so reasonable. We’ll use them again for sure!

One cubic yard covers about 324 square feet at a 1 inch depth, which is the right amount for topdressing an established lawn. For bed work, where 2 to 3 inches gets tilled in, plan on roughly 108 to 162 square feet per cubic yard. Measure your bed or lawn area first, then match it to the depth you actually need rather than rounding up.

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.

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Getting started is easy — just follow these simple steps

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Choose your quantity

Adjust the quantity to match your project. One cubic yard covers about 100 to 160 square feet at a 2 to 3 inch depth.

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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.

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Compost pairs well with a bark or wood mulch top layer on beds, since the compost feeds the soil while the mulch on top holds moisture and blocks weeds. For lawn projects, some people follow topdressing with a light overseed while the soil is loose and fed. If you are building new beds from scratch in that sandy loam, a load of topsoil blended with compost gets you further than compost alone.

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Mulch Mound Pro Tip

Do not till compost in deeper than 3 inches even if you have the material to spare. In sandy loam like Pasco's, excess compost that goes down too thick or too deep can actually tie up nitrogen temporarily as soil microbes work to break it down further, which shows up as yellowing in new plantings. Thin and consistent beats thick and occasional, especially on native sandy loam that already drains fast.

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A lot of people topdress their lawn once in spring and call it done, but Pasco's long, hot growing season burns through organic matter faster than cooler climates. A fall application timed before the Oct 25 first frost gives your lawn a second feeding heading into dormancy and helps it green up faster the following April when the last frost clears.

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If you are amending several beds at once, order compost and mulch together rather than in separate trips, since compost goes down first and mulch caps it, and staging both loads the same day saves you from having open, feeding beds sitting exposed to Pasco's wind and sun for days between deliveries.

Building Better Soil in Pasco

Pasco sits on sandy loam that drains quickly, which is good for root rot but bad for holding nutrients and moisture through our hot, dry summers. Compost worked into that soil gives it something to hang onto, both water and fertility, which matters more here than in heavier clay soils. With the growing season stretching from early April to late October, there is a real window to till compost into beds before planting or top dress lawns before they green up. Whether you are prepping a new bed near Sacajawea State Park's residential edges or refreshing tired turf, this soil responds fast to organic matter.

What Finished Compost Is

Finished compost is organic matter that has fully broken down into a dark, crumbly material with an earthy smell. It feeds soil life, improves structure, and helps beds hold water without staying soggy.

How Much to Apply

Work 1 to 2 inches into new beds, or topdress lawns with a quarter to half inch and rake it in. More is not better. Too thick a layer can smother roots instead of feeding them.

When to Apply

Spring and fall are both good windows. Spring applications feed the growing season ahead, and fall applications break down over winter so beds are ready at first thaw.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Is this compost finished or still breaking down?

It is finished and stabilized, not raw material still actively decomposing. That means it will not burn plant roots or rob nitrogen from your soil the way unfinished compost can. It is ready to till into beds or spread as a lawn topdressing right away, no curing period needed on your end.

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How many cubic yards do I need for my lawn?

One cubic yard covers about 324 square feet at a 1 inch depth, which is standard for lawn topdressing. Measure your lawn's square footage and divide by 324 to get your cubic yard total. For a typical quarter acre lawn, that works out to roughly 34 cubic yards for a full inch, though most people topdress in smaller sections over a season.

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When is the best time to apply compost in Pasco?

Spring, once the last frost clears around April 2, is ideal for bed prep before planting. Fall, ahead of the first frost around October 25, works well for lawn topdressing and giving beds a feeding before winter dormancy. Compost sells through both seasons here, so pick whichever matches your project timing.

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Where will the compost be dropped and do I need special access?

We place the load wherever you specify, typically a driveway, curb, or open area with clear truck access. You do not need anything special prepared beyond making sure the drop zone is clear and reachable. Delivery scheduling happens at checkout once you have confirmed your quantity.

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Should I use compost or topsoil for a new bed in sandy soil?

For sandy loam like Pasco's, a blend works best since topsoil alone lacks organic matter and compost alone lacks bulk density. Many people order both, using topsoil as the base and compost mixed in for structure and nutrients. If you are just amending existing beds rather than building new ones, compost alone tilled in 2 to 3 inches is usually enough.

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