About this soil

A premium nutrient-dense soil amendment, our enriched screened compost is finely sifted for superior soil building and immediate plant vitality.

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

Figure square footage times depth. In San Antonio, shallow fills handle leveling while deeper applications prep beds for planting.
Use our free soil calculator

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.

San Antonio Soil Delivery

San Antonio Soil Delivery

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Regular price $59.00 per yard
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The best local soil, without the guesswork.

We hand-pick and partner with the best yards in your region, keep only the ones our buyers rate well, and back each load with our guarantee.

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About this soil

A premium nutrient-dense soil amendment, our enriched screened compost is finely sifted for superior soil building and immediate plant vitality.

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

Figure square footage times depth. In San Antonio, shallow fills handle leveling while deeper applications prep beds for planting.
Use our free soil calculator

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 San Antonio Customers Like About Our Soil

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Soil estimates depend on what you're doing: lawn leveling needs less depth, raised beds need more. Trace your project area to get yardage numbers. For San Antonio yards dealing with expansive black clay and caliche, good soil makes a real difference.

Soil Types We Deliver in San Antonio

Mulch Mound delivers bulk soil by the yard in San Antonio, bringing premium materials straight to your property so you can skip the store runs and focus on the work. Whether you are refreshing tired turf, amending a garden bed, or grading after construction, we carry the right blend for any project. All soils are measured and priced by the cubic yard, with quantities available for both residential and commercial jobs.

Screened Top Soil

San Antonio's native soils tend to run heavy with clay and caliche, making a clean layer of screened topsoil essential before laying sod or planting. Our screened topsoil is fortified with organic nutrients and finely sifted, giving you a smooth, workable surface that supports healthy root growth in the Texas heat.

Garden Compost

Our standard garden compost is finely sifted and packed with nutrients, making it the go-to amendment for San Antonio gardeners who need to break up dense soils and feed plants at the same time. It boosts organic matter, improves water retention, and gives roots a strong start through the long growing season.

Planting Mix

This ready-to-use garden blend arrives with the perfect structure and nutrient balance for immediate planting, so there is no mixing or guesswork required. It is especially popular with homeowners building raised beds in the warm Texas climate, delivering quick results for vegetables, flowers, and shrubs throughout the growing year.

Complete Your Outdoor Soil Project

A complete San Antonio landscape needs layers. Soil for planting, mulch for protection, stone for structure. We bring all three in one trip.

Frequently Asked Questions

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How often should I add new soil?

Top up raised beds with 1–2 inches of compost yearly. In-ground beds need less if you mulch consistently.

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How do I level soil for a lawn?

Layer on topsoil, rake it flat, and tamp down. In San Antonio, 4–6 inches over the existing black clay creates good lawn conditions.

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Should I order extra?

Definitely round up by 10%. Compaction takes some volume. Since delivery cost is mileage-based, one load is smarter.

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Where will you drop the soil?

Wherever you specify—driveway, backyard, curbside. Mark the spot at checkout and include any helpful notes.

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Do I need special soil for vegetables?

Use garden mix with compost for vegetables. They need richer, looser soil than ornamentals. Works well in San Antonio's conditions.

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Do I need to test my soil?

It helps. San Antonio soil often runs neutral to slightly acidic. A simple pH test tells you if amendments are needed. Extension offices often test cheaply.

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How do I improve drainage in heavy soil?

Organic matter is key—compost, manure, garden blends. San Antonio's black clay with expansive black clay and caliche improves gradually. Raised beds speed results.

Mulch Mound Pro Tip

Never assume all topsoil is the same quality regardless of price. Sources vary wildly in composition, fertility, drainage, and potential contaminants. Ask detailed questions before ordering.

Mulch Mound Pro Tip

Do not mix topsoil and mulch together thinking it creates better planting mix for beds. It does not work that way. Mulch belongs on top of soil as a surface layer, not mixed in.

Mulch Mound Pro Tip

Never spread topsoil over frozen ground during San Antonio winters. It will not bond with the frozen soil below and will wash away completely with the first heavy spring rain, wasting your money.

The Unique Landscape of San Antonio

Fresh soil is an easy way to improve San Antonio bed structure before you plant or top-dress. After wet stretches, beds can crust over or settle unevenly, and a refreshed top layer helps projects finish neater. Ideal for leveling small lawn repairs, refreshing beds, and filling after hardscape work. Keep the finish slightly high—soil settles—then touch up after the first good rain. Delivery keeps the work moving without the loading and unloading.