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Rock Island Soil Delivery
Rock Island Soil Delivery
Rock Island Soil Delivery

About this soil

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

I used Mulch Mound to have 3 cubic yards of garden soil delivered. The process was easy and I love that I didn't have to call anyone. I placed my order online, picked my delivery date, laid out my tarp and the dirt was delivered. My delivery had to be pushed back, but I was ke...

Rock Island Soil Delivery

Rock Island Soil Delivery

4.7
137 reviews
$55.00 per yard
$55.00
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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.
A. Gaige Brunner
A. Gaige Brunner
Google Review

I used Mulch Mound to have 3 cubic yards of garden soil delivered. The process was easy and I love that I didn't have to call anyone. I placed my order online, picked my delivery date, laid out my tarp and the dirt was delivered. My delivery had to be pushed back, but I was ke...

For topdressing existing Rock Island lawns, apply no more than half an inch of soil at a time to allow it to work down through the grass canopy without smothering it. For new garden beds or raised planters, a minimum of 8 to 12 inches of quality topsoil gives roots the depth they need to perform through the full Zone 5b growing season.
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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.

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

What Rock Island Customers Like About Our Soil

4.7
out of 5 based on 137 reviews
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A. Gaige Brunner
A. Gaige Brunner

I used Mulch Mound to have 3 cubic yards of garden soil delivered. The process was easy and I love that I didn't have to call anyone. I placed my o...

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I used Mulch Mound to have 3 cubic yards of garden soil delivered. The process was easy and I love that I didn't have to call anyone. I placed my order online, picked my delivery date, laid out my tarp and the dirt was delivered. My delivery had to be pushed back, but I was kept informed via text, which was great. So why not 5 stars? The description of garden soil on the website is "A balanced mix of topsoil and organic amendments ready for raised beds, flower gardens, and new planting areas. Good drainage, solid nutrients, easy to work with." What I got was more like fill dirt. It had a lot of gravel, a lot of clay, and random trash mixed in. I didn't test the soil to see if it actually had "amendments" because I already have compost and alpaca manure ready to add, but if I'd known the quality of the dirt was going to be the same as the bagged dirt I bought last year, I probably would have gotten 2 yards of top soil and a yard of leaf compost for better quality, especially since the leaf compost is cheaper. Photo of my mountain of dirt and just some of the trash I found in it.

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Measure the length and width of each area you plan to fill and estimate the average depth of material needed, keeping in mind that Rock Island's silt loam base will cause new soil to compact slightly over the first season. For raised beds, plan on filling to your target depth plus an extra inch to account for that natural settling. Our calculator converts your dimensions directly into cubic yards so you can order the right amount without guessing.

Complete Your Outdoor Soil Project

Pairing bulk soil with a layer of hardwood mulch is one of the most effective combinations for Rock Island garden beds, locking in moisture and protecting newly amended silt loam from surface compaction through the season. Adding stone edging along bed borders keeps soil contained during heavy spring rains and gives your finished project a clean, professional appearance.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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How do I know if my Rock Island yard needs new topsoil or just amendment?

A simple test is to dig down 4 to 6 inches and look at what you find. If the soil turns to heavy pale subsoil within just a few inches, you likely need bulk topsoil to rebuild the growing layer. If the texture looks decent but plants are struggling, amendment with compost may be enough on its own. In Rock Island, yards near older construction zones frequently have very little original topsoil remaining and benefit most from a full topdress with quality bulk material.

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What is the best time of year to add bulk topsoil in Rock Island?

Late summer and early fall, roughly August through mid-September, is ideal for lawn-related soil work in Rock Island because soil temperatures still support grass seed germination. For garden beds and raised planters, spring after April 22 works well since you can work the ground as soon as it thaws and dries out sufficiently. Avoid adding soil during Rock Island's wettest spring weeks when silt loam is fully saturated, since working wet soil causes compaction and destroys its structure.

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How much topsoil do I need to level out low spots in my Rock Island lawn?

For minor low spots, apply no more than half an inch of topsoil at a time to avoid smothering existing grass. Measure the area and average depth of each low spot to calculate the cubic yards needed. In Rock Island yards, low spots are particularly common near downspouts and along property edges where water from the area's 37 inches of annual rainfall has gradually eroded or settled the original grade over many seasons.

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Can I use bulk topsoil directly in raised vegetable beds in Rock Island?

Bulk topsoil works well as a base layer but is usually best blended with compost for raised vegetable beds. Rock Island's growing season runs from about April 22 to October 15, and vegetable plants need nutrient-rich and well-draining material to perform their best in that window. A mix of roughly two-thirds topsoil and one-third compost gives most vegetables the drainage and fertility they need without the compaction risk that straight topsoil can develop over a growing season.

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Will adding topsoil help with the drainage problems in my Rock Island yard?

It depends on how you apply it. Adding topsoil to low spots and regrading to slope away from problem areas can redirect Rock Island's spring runoff before it pools. However, placing topsoil over a poorly draining area without correcting the grade often makes the problem worse by raising the surface while leaving the underlying drainage issue unresolved. If you have a persistent wet area, address the grade first and then use bulk soil to bring everything to a consistent level.

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How does Rock Island's native silt loam affect how I should prep a new garden bed?

Rock Island's silt loam is workable but compacts fairly quickly, especially in beds that receive regular watering or foot traffic. When prepping a new bed, loosen the existing silt loam to at least 8 inches before adding new topsoil on top, since a hard layer below will restrict root depth even if the surface soil looks excellent. Incorporating new soil into the existing layer rather than simply covering it improves overall drainage and root penetration through the full growing season.

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How deep should I add topsoil before seeding a bare lawn area in Rock Island?

A minimum of 4 inches of topsoil is recommended before seeding in Rock Island, and 6 inches is better for long-term lawn health. Grass roots in Zone 5b need adequate depth to survive temperature swings and dry midsummer stretches that follow the wet spring season. Rock Island's silt loam subsoil can be quite dense, so the extra topsoil depth gives roots room to develop before reaching the heavier material below, which improves drought tolerance and reduces bare spots over time.

Mulch Mound Pro Tip

Rock Island's terrain means low spots collect water quickly during wet spring months, and those areas often cause persistent lawn and garden problems year after year. When grading with bulk soil, always slope the surface away from your foundation at a rate of about 6 inches of drop over the first 10 feet from the structure. Compacting new soil in thin lifts rather than one deep dump helps it settle evenly so you avoid ruts and soft spots after the first heavy rain of the season.

Mulch Mound Pro Tip

With Rock Island's last frost around April 22 and a growing season that closes by mid-October, raised beds filled with quality bulk soil give you a meaningful head start in spring. A 12-inch deep raised bed can be workable one to two weeks before in-ground silt loam, which matters when you are trying to get cool-season crops like lettuce and spinach established early in the season. Fill with a blend of topsoil and compost for the best drainage and nutrient balance in a Zone 5b vegetable garden.

Mulch Mound Pro Tip

The best window for lawn repair in Rock Island is late August through mid-September, when soil temperatures still support germination but the intense summer heat is fading. Use bulk topsoil to fill ruts and low spots no more than half an inch at a time to avoid smothering existing grass roots during the repair process. Once leveled, overseed with a fescue or bluegrass blend suited to Zone 5b and keep the area consistently moist through October 15 when Rock Island's first frost typically arrives.

The Unique Landscape of Rock Island

Rock Island sits on silt loam that performs well in undisturbed settings but is often inconsistent in residential yards where grading, construction activity, and foot traffic have disrupted the natural soil profile over the years. Many homeowners find their yard has only a thin layer of topsoil over dense subsoil, which causes poor drainage in low spots and drought stress on any slope. Raising beds with quality bulk soil or topdressing low areas before seeding makes a significant difference in how well lawns and gardens perform through Rock Island's growing season. With only about 176 frost-free days between April 22 and October 15, getting soil conditions right early gives every plant a better start in Zone 5b. Rock Island's 37 inches of annual rainfall also means poorly draining spots stay waterlogged well into spring, making proper soil amendment and grading essential for plant health. Investing in quality bulk soil sets the foundation for everything else you plant, seed, or grow on your Rock Island property.

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