What depth of compost do I need?

What depth of compost do I need?

Determine the appropriate compost application depth for your project. The general rule of thumb is 1/4 to 1/2 inch if applying to the top of the soil and 1 to 2 inches if you plan to amend the soil. Recommended maximums are 30% compost in a soil blend, but no more than 25% compost in containers or raised beds.

How much compost should I add?

How much compost or mulch do you need? For mulching, spread 1-3 inches of compost on beds in fall or spring. As a soil amendment before planting new beds, use 1-3 inches of compost dug or tilled into the soil. (Use 3 inches to improve sandy soils, or 1-2 inches for heavy clay soils).

How many square feet does a bag of compost cover?

Order 200 pounds per 1,000 square feet of the garden when thin layers are required, and 400 pounds for deeper layers. The bare minimum of the recommended compost application is 50 pounds per 1,000 square feet.

How much compost should I put in my garden?

STEP 1. Determine the appropriate compost application depth for your project. The general rule of thumb is 1/4 to 1/2 inch if applying to the top of the soil and 1 to 2 inches if you plan to amend the soil. Recommended maximums are 30% to 50% compost in a soil blend, but no more than 30% compost in containers or raised beds.

How much does a cubic yard of compost weigh?

Although the weight of a cubic yard of compost will vary by moisture content, it usually ranges from 1000 to 1600 pounds. The more it weighs, the more moisture it holds and the less it weighs the drier it will be.

Where do I enter the area to be composted?

Simply enter in the length and width of the area to be composted, the compost depth desired, and optionally enter in the compost bulk density. That’s it!

Can you use compost in poorly drained soil?

Yes, you can. Clay soils usually have poor drainage and are poorly drained. Using compost in gardens with this soil type makes the drainage issue worse for the same reason it helps soils stay moist. Did you find this helpful? Share it with your friends!