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Virginia's finest soils with just the right amount of organic humus. Choose from: Organic Growing media , Master Blend Turf Mix, Master Blend Bed Mix. Screened Top Soil, Specialty Bio Retention Soils Made to Specification.
Organic matter is one of the few things you can change when working with topsoils of poor quality. Topsoils with higher organic matter have better moisture holding capacity and better space distribution for plants roots The best soils are loam or sandy loam as classified on the USDA soil triangle. Loams with 5% or higher organic matter is highly productive.
Yardworks creates the optimum conditions for these organisms to thrive by adding the right amounts of compost to our soils.
The carrying capacity of soil is approximately 1 cubic yard for a regular pickup and 1/2 cubic yard for a small pickup.
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Organic Growing Media
Organic growing media is sold by the yard you can pick it up at the sites or have it delivered with a 5 yard minimum and can haul up to 10 yards at one time. One yard of soil will cover a 6 x 10 area or 60 sq. ft. approximately 2" thick. The organic growing media is manufactured from yard waste that has been composted and tested to guarantee you a premium product. The compost is popular with avid gardeners and landscapers. It is used to enrich soil by helping to break down clay and add texture to the soil to help hold moisture to avoid compacting. |
YardWorks Screened Topsoil
Virginia's finest soil blended with just the right amount of humus to produce a fine rich soil. The humus is added to the soil to create air pockets for water to penetrate and stops it from compacting to a hard soil. The soil is screened with 3/4" mins grade. Our natural topsoil contains no amendments and is good for a number of general purpose construction in the landscape. With it's 3 - 5% organic matter, it lessens soil compaction. Screened natural topsoil is sold by the yard you can pick it up at the sites or have it delivered with a 5 yard minimum and can haul up to 10 yards at one time. One yard of soil will cover a 6 x 10 area or 60 sq. ft. approximately 2" thick. |
MasterBlend Turf Mix
Looking for a good soil to grow grass? Turf Blend allows your soil to breath, yet holds enough moisture to develop strong, drought tolerant roots. For seed or for sod, be sure to add Turf Blend to your rotation of products that help you achieve a lawn worth walking on. For best results, add 2-4" Turf Blend to your existing rough grade and till into a depth of 5-6" prior to seeding or sodding. You will notice seed has better germination and quicker growth with Turf Blend due to the favorable mix of organic matter and soil. For renovation projects, use Turf Blend topdressed with an overseeding applied with our blower truck service. |
Master Blend Bed Mix
50% top soil 50% growing media. This is a prescription soil manufactured specifically for high performance. Till into beds or apply directly onto plant beds. Excellent for planting shrubs ,annuals and perennials. |
MasterBlend Professional MixA well draining blend of sand and compost. Yardworks Can mix soil for your particular specification. From Athletic Mixes to Bio- retroaction soils. Call for details |
Rain Garden with the use of Bioretention soils |
Compost is a basic part of the soil. It replaces the naturally occurring organic matter common in the most productive soils in the world. Compost reduces erosion, retains moisture, breaks up clay soils, helps hold onto valuable nutrients, and provides food for microbial life in soil.
All purpose topsoil for general use
Ideal for newly sodded or seeded lawn areas or for renovation projects
Perfect for Raised beds or vegetable gardens.
