Our Raised Bed Mix is a specialized soil blend meticulously crafted to cater to the unique needs of both raised bed gardening or as soil amendment for compact soils.
Ideal Usage:
- Raised Bed Gardening: For those venturing into the world of raised bed gardening, our Raised Bed Mix is the perfect foundation. It offers the ideal composition of nutrients and texture to foster robust plant growth in your raised beds. For smaller containers, choose the Rockledge Gardens Indoor/Outdoor Potting Mix.
- Amendment for Compact Soils: If your garden soil tends to be heavy and waterlogged, our Raised Bed Mix serves as an effective amendment. It improves soil drainage, transforming challenging soil conditions into a hospitable environment for your plants.
Elevate Your Gardening Journey:
When it comes to nurturing your plants, the foundation matters.
Our Raised Bed Mix – Amendment for Compact Soils is your secret to gardening success, offering a wide array of benefits that enhance your planting experience.
- Versatile Solution: Whether you’re creating raised beds or dealing with compact, poorly draining soil, our soil blend is designed to adapt and thrive in both conditions.
- Improved Drainage: Say goodbye to soggy, waterlogged roots. Our soil mix ensures optimal drainage, preventing root rot and promoting healthy root systems.
- Nutrient-Rich: Packed with essential nutrients, this custom blend of 30% pine bark, 45% ferticomp (compost), 20% hardwood fines, and 5% sand provides the nourishment your plants crave for robust growth and vibrant foliage.
Please note that this soil blend is NOT for use in containers. For outdoor containers, we recommend Happy Frog or our Indoor/Outdoor Potting mix.
How much do you need?
To determine the amount of soil needed for your raised bed, use this simple formula:
Length×Width=AreaLength×Width=Area Area×Depth=Amount of soil neededArea×Depth=Amount of soil needed
Example: For a 4×7 bed with 10-inch sides:
- Calculate the area: 4 feet × 7 feet = 28 feet
- Calculate the depth in feet: 10 inches = 0.83 feet
- Calculate the amount of soil needed: 28 square feet × 0.83 feet = 24 cubic feet
Our soil is sold in bags by the cubic foot or by the yard when buying in bulk. To convert cubic feet to cubic yards, remember that there are 3 feet in a yard. Therefore, 24 cubic feet is approximately 0.9 cubic yards.
After a growing season, top off your beds with fresh garden soil and consider starting a compost pile to reduce waste and enhance soil quality.
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