Potting Soil Calculator
Calculate potting soil requirements for containers, raised beds, and planters including volume, weight, and cost estimates.
Container Specifications
Shape of your container
inches
Length for rectangular, diameter for round
inches
Width for rectangular containers
inches
Depth of the container
How many containers you need to fill
Type of soil or growing medium
How soil is sold
$
Cost per purchase unit
Soil Requirements
Enter container specifications to calculate soil needs
Potting Soil Guidelines
Soil Types & Uses
- • Potting Mix: General container use
- • Garden Soil: Outdoor containers
- • Compost: Soil amendment
- • Seed Starting: Young plants
- • Specialty Mixes: Specific plants
Container Tips
- • Ensure proper drainage
- • Leave space at top (1-2 inches)
- • Consider plant root depth
- • Refresh soil annually
- • Use appropriate soil type