Calculating soil starts with square footage and fill depth. Around Phoenix, light top-dressing runs 1 to 2 inches while raised beds need 10 plus.
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What is a yard?
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.
Our screened topsoil removes the headaches from Phoenix soil work. Clean, consistent, and ready to spread, it handles everything from minor patching to major garden bed construction. The right topsoil makes Phoenix gardening easier. Plants root quickly, lawns fill in evenly, and beds hold moisture without waterlogging. Quality material pays off season after season.
Our leaf compost packs serious organic matter into every yard. Phoenix gardeners use it to build soil structure, boost fertility, and give plants the natural nutrition foundation they need. Adding this compost to Phoenix beds creates improvement that lasts. Better structure, healthier biology, and steady nutrition make gardens more productive and easier to maintain.
This premium gardening blend is Phoenix's shortcut to great soil. The formulated mix provides structure, fertility, and drainage in one product. Perfect for vegetable gardens, flower beds, and container plantings. Ready-mixed garden soil simplifies Phoenix planting projects. The balanced combination provides structure, nutrition, and drainage without additional amendments or complicated soil math.
I got 3 yards of dirt to create a garden bed on the side of my house and to help fill my new raised garden beds. We had enough dirt to do all of th...
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I got 3 yards of dirt to create a garden bed on the side of my house and to help fill my new raised garden beds. We had enough dirt to do all of this and fill some holes in the yard! Thanks 😃
Use the Trace from Satellite tool to outline where you need soil. Shallow depths work for lawn repair; deeper fills suit garden beds and grading. In Phoenix, where native sandy loam soil can be tough to work with, imported soil makes planting much easier.
Complete Your Outdoor Soil Project
Soil builds the base for Phoenix planting. Mulch protects it and keeps moisture where roots need it. Stone handles borders, paths, and drainage areas.
Add organic matter—compost, aged manure, garden mix. Sandy soil drains fast and doesn't hold nutrients. Yearly additions build retention.
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Should I order extra?
Order 10% more than calculated—soil compacts and settling happens. One delivery trip beats two.
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Can I leave special instructions?
For sure. The notes field at checkout is for gate codes, placement preferences, obstacles—any helpful details.
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Is bagged soil or bulk better?
For any real project, bulk wins on cost and quality. Bagged soil makes sense only for container work or small patches.
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Can I pick my delivery date?
You can. Cart shows available dates once items are added. Select your preferred day and time slot.
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How do I prepare the area before adding soil?
Weed first, then loosen the existing soil several inches down. This helps new soil integrate—important with Phoenix's caliche and extreme heat.
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Do I need to test my soil?
It helps. Phoenix soil often runs acidic from leaching. A simple pH test tells you if amendments are needed. Extension offices often test cheaply.
Mulch Mound Pro Tip
Most Phoenix native soil needs improvement for growing ornamental plants successfully. Native plants adapted to local conditions over thousands of years. Nursery plants usually did not.
Mulch Mound Pro Tip
Do not use pure topsoil in containers or raised beds without amending it first. It compacts too densely in confined spaces. Mix with compost and perlite for proper drainage and root development.
Mulch Mound Pro Tip
Mushroom soil makes an excellent amendment for vegetable gardens but tests alkaline on the pH scale. Avoid it for acid-loving plants or test pH before and after using to adjust accordingly.
The Unique Landscape of Phoenix
Phoenix, Arizona planting goes smoother when you’re working with soil that spreads and levels cleanly. If your yard has spots that stay soggy or bake dry, better soil structure can help. Ideal for leveling small lawn repairs, refreshing beds, and filling after hardscape work. Feather edges into existing grade so mowing and edging stay clean. With delivery, you can focus on grading and planting instead of hauling bags.
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