Basics of Gardening
Free Soil Volume Calculator: Crunch the Numbers
Uses for a Soil Calculator
The uses of a soil calculator are diverse and valuable for various gardening and landscaping projects. For example, when filling pots or containers for potted plants, it can help determine the precise amount of soil needed, preventing overfilling or underfilling. This ensures that the plants have adequate space for root growth, moisture retention, and nutrient uptake.
In larger landscaping projects, such as filling raised beds or creating new planting areas, a soil calculator can assist in estimating the amount of soil required to cover the designated area at the desired depth, optimizing resources and budget allocation.
How to Use the Soil Calculator
Calculating the amount of soil needed to fill a container is a straightforward process that starts with gathering the necessary measurements.
First, select whether you have a round or square/rectangular container. Then measure the height, width, and length of the container or planting. If the container is round (such as a flower pot), only the diameter (top width) and depth of the container is needed. Enter your measurements and click “Calculate”.
The soil calculator will display the results in quarts, cubic inches, and cubic yards.
Instructions
- Select round or square container
- Enter the dimensions in inches
- Click the “Calculate” button
- Total cubic feet of soil displayed
