How much compost do I need to cover a 175 square foot garden 4 inches deep?

December 22, 2011 | Filed under: Gardening | Posted by:

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Question by gobananas732: How much compost do I need to cover a 175 square foot garden 4 inches deep?
I’m beginning a garden, but I’m inexperienced. I’ve got some help, but I need this amount today.

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One Response to How much compost do I need to cover a 175 square foot garden 4 inches deep?

  1. multiply 175 times 1/3 (4″ is 1/3 of 12) = 57.75 cubic feet. Divide that by 27 (27 cubic feet in a cubic yard 3x3x3) = 2.14 cubic yards compost.

    fluffernut
    December 22, 2011 at 10:16 am
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