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How Much Topsoil for a 6×10 Flower bed?

The answer

0.58 cubic yard

For a 6×10 ft flower bed at 3" depth, with 5% overage included. Estimated cost: $22 at US national average pricing.

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How we calculated this

  1. 1. Area: 6 × 10 = 60 sq ft
  2. 2. Volume: 60 × (3/12) = 15 cubic feet
  3. 3. Convert + overage: Add 5% for waste → 0.58 cubic yard
  4. 4. Cost: 0.58 × $38.00 ≈ $22

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