Below is a chart showing a variety of measurement equivalents for compost. The area of coverage is shown at a depth of 1/2 inch so for each 1/2 inch desired add the amount shown to the subtotal.

Volume (GAL.) Weight (LB.) Area (ft2 x 1/2 inch deep) Volume (yd3) Volume (ft3)
1 6 3.21 0.00 0.13
5 30 16.03 0.02 0.67
10 60 32.06 0.05 1.34
35 210 112.20 0.17 4.68
55 330 176.32 0.27 7.35
110 660 352.64 0.54 14.70
165 990 528.95 0.82 22.06
220 1320 705.27 1.09 29.41
275 1650 4407.95 6.81 183.81
325 1950 10418.78 16.09 434.46

Compost is a great soil additive that adds a multitude of diverse life that works in a symbiotic way to help plants and animals thrive.

Uses Include:

  1. Mulch
  2. Potting Soil additive
  3. Seedling stater
  4. Compost tea
  5. or just dump outside to add much needed life to the soil

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