How to Buy Bagged Topsoil
Topsoil is richer and more nutritious than regular soil. Its dark color adds beauty to the garden and makes bright and colorful plants stand out. Topsoil can be purchased by the bag and is usually available in several different sizes.
- Determine how much bagged topsoil you need. To do this, use a tape measure to measure the length and width of the flowerbed or garden where you will be placing the topsoil. Multiply the two measurements together to determine the area of the flowerbed. This will tell you how much square footage of topsoil you should purchase.
- Take your measurements to your local home improvement store or nursery. You can look at each bag of potting soil to determine how many bags you need to purchase to cover the flowerbed. The bag should have a label or words that say how much square footage the bag will cover. If you cannot find this information, ask a customer service representative to assist you. They may already know how many bags you should buy, or were on the bag to find the information you need.
- Purchase the topsoil and bring it home. Open the bag and use a small shovel to sprinkle the topsoil in the flowerbed or garden. Layer the topsoil slowly to make sure you have enough to cover the entire area. If you need to purchase more topsoil, measure the area that needs covered and go back to the store to purchase more.