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How Much Topsoil for a 8×12 Flower bed?

The answer

0.93 cubic yard

For a 8×12 ft flower bed at 3" depth, with 5% overage included. Estimated cost: $35 at US national average pricing.

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How we calculated this

  1. 1. Area: 8 × 12 = 96 sq ft
  2. 2. Volume: 96 × (3/12) = 24 cubic feet
  3. 3. Convert + overage: Add 5% for waste → 0.93 cubic yard
  4. 4. Cost: 0.93 × $38.00 ≈ $35

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