Free gardening calculator

Potting Soil Calculator

Estimate potting soil for cylindrical or rectangular containers, with a purchase allowance.

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How it works

Cylinder volume = π × radius² × height. Rectangular container volume = length × width × height. The result is multiplied by the number of pots and your allowance.

Planning estimates depend on your measurements, product labels, material density and site conditions. For purchased products, follow the manufacturer's label.

Your result summary

Total soil (L)
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Total soil (US gal)
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Total soil (ft³)
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Base soil per pot
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Number of pots
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Results are calculated from the values you enter. Volume conversions use standard metric/US customary relationships. Bag counts are rounded up when shown.

How to use this calculator

What to enter

Enter or select the following as requested: Unit system; Container shape; Diameter / length; Width (rectangular only); Soil height; Number of pots; Extra allowance%. Follow the units, valid ranges, examples, and options displayed beside each field.

What the result means

The result estimates the soil, plant, water, or landscape quantity from the area, dimensions, spacing, flow, or rate entered. Check whether the tool includes settling, runoff, germination, overlap, or waste allowances.

When to use it

Use this to plan garden or landscape materials and quantities. Verify measurements on site and adapt estimates to soil type, plant requirements, local rainfall, and product instructions.