What is Topsoil
Topsoil is the top 5-30cm of your garden – it’s full of nutrients and good microbes that plants like. Think of it as the foundation of a healthy garden.
Good topsoil lets air and water flow through but also holds moisture when dry. It feeds your plants slowly the nutrients they need to grow strong.
Whether you’re laying a new lawn, growing veg or tidying your flower beds, quality topsoil is the key to success in your Dorset garden and all your gardening projects.
Our Topsoil Range Available in Dorset
We have several types of topsoil for Dorset gardens:
- Peat-free Topdressing – Our eco-friendly option that’s good for the environment and good for your plants.
- Planting Topsoil – An all-rounder that’s great for lawns, borders and veg patches. This multi-purpose topsoil is suitable for all your gardening and landscaping needs.
- Prime Arable Soil – Screened to 20mm to remove stones, perfect for lawns and raised beds. Available in loose loads, too. Suitable for small gardens or large landscaping projects.
- Organic Compost – PAS100-certified and peat free compost to add fertility and structure to your soil.
- Lawn Lay Mix – A special mix to make the perfect base for a lawn.
- Vegetable Mix Topsoil Rich in organic matter and balanced nutrients for vegetable gardens. This nutrient packed blend will give you a bountiful harvest all season.
- Carrot Mix Topsoil is Lighter textured and stone-free for root crops. The fine composition helps carrots and other root vegetables grow straight and uniform without forking or stunting.
Why Screened Soil Matters
Screened soil has been filtered to remove stones and debris. Our Prime Arable Soil is screened to 20mm, which makes a big difference to your garden.
Screening also helps improve soil structure, ensuring better aeration and root growth. It gives you an even texture throughout your garden beds and lawns. The smooth, consistent soil creates a level growing area – vital for new lawns.
Without large stones, water drains better, and plant roots grow more easily. This means stronger, healthier plants in your Dorset garden.
Our Quality Standards
We take soil quality seriously at Valley Contractors:
- Our topsoil meets BS3882 British standards, so you can be sure it has the right texture and nutrients.
- Our compost has PAS100 certification, ensuring a high standard of quality composted materials.
These standards mean you’re getting top-quality soil that experts trust for their Dorset gardens.
Why Choose Us?
- Dorset's FINEST TOPSOIL PROVIDERS
- express delivery available
- decades of experience in the cultivation and supply of topsoil in Dorset
Choosing the Right Topsoil for Your Garden
Different garden jobs need different types of soils:
- For lawns: Choose our Lawn Lay Mix for the right balance of drainage and moisture.
- For flower beds: Our Planting Topsoil works well for all kinds of flowers and shrubs.
- For veg patches: Try our Vegetable Mix or Carrot Mix for root crops.
When planning, remember:
- Lawns need 10-15cm depth of topsoil
- Veg beds work best with 20-30cm depth
- To work out how much you need, multiply your area (in square metres) by the depth (in metres)
Not sure? Our friendly team can help you choose the right soil for your project.
Buying and Delivering Topsoil in Dorset
Getting bulk bags of topsoil delivered from Valley Contractors is easy. Our delivery service is available throughout Dorset, from Weymouth to Bournemouth.
We can work around your schedule, often with same-week delivery for urgent jobs. Our bulk bags of topsoil are reliable, and we’ll tailor delivery to a day that suits your needs.
Using Topsoil to Improve Your Garden
Quality topsoil helps your whole garden thrive. Here’s how to use it:
For garden beds: Add a layer of our rich topsoil to tired beds to bring in fresh nutrients and helpful microbes. This helps with both water drainage in wet weather and moisture retention during dry Dorset summers.
For tired lawns: Spread a thin 1-2cm layer over your lawn and work it into the grass. This helps air reach the roots, making your lawn stronger and greener, even in summer.
TOPSOIL AVAILABLE THROUGHOUT Dorset
- Beaminster
- Blandford Forum
- Bournemouth
- Bridport
- Christchurch
- Dorchester
- Ferndown
- Gillingham
- Lyme Regis
- Poole
- Shaftesbury
- Sherborne
- Stalbridge
- Sturminster Newton
Looking for Turf to Complement Your Topsoil?
We also offer the highest quality turf for sale – with economy and next-day delivery options across Dorset and the UK. Our Turf can be purchased in quantities as small as 10 rolls. Pair our topsoil with our turf for an outstanding lawn or garden.
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