Pre-blended and DIY garden soil mixes for Gig Harbor and Kitsap County. Raised bed soil, vegetable garden mixes, lawn topdressing soil, and the math to figure out how much you need.
The right garden soil is the difference between a bed that produces all season and one that struggles in July. Most Gig Harbor gardeners are working over glacial till that's compacted, low in organic matter, and slightly acidic. The fix is the right blend of topsoil, compost, and sand, in the right proportions for what you're growing. This page covers our pre-blended garden soil products, DIY blend recipes you can mix from components, the volume math for raised beds and gardens, and how to pick the right product for your project.
Gig Harbor Service Area
We deliver garden soil blends throughout Gig Harbor (zip codes 98329, 98332, 98335, 98349) and adjacent Kitsap and Pierce County communities:
- Gig Harbor: Downtown, Crescent Valley, Rosedale, Canterwood, Harborview
- Artondale, Wauna, Fox Island (98335, 98333)
- Purdy and the Key Peninsula (98349)
- Olalla (98359), Port Orchard, Bremerton, Silverdale, and Poulsbo
Our yard at 11612 WA-302 in Gig Harbor is centrally located. Most weekday orders deliver same day or next day.
To check delivery for your address: visit harborsoils.com or call 253-857-5125.
Pre-Blended Garden Soils (Plant-Ready)
Pricing is current per-yard pickup pricing. Delivery is added based on distance.
3-Way Topsoil Mix · $32.99 / yard
Our most popular general-purpose blend: screened topsoil, compost, and sand. Versatile across lawn topdressing, garden bed amendment, raised bed fill, and grading. The default choice if you're not sure what you need.
5-Way Topsoil Mix · $45.99 / yard
A richer five-component blend with extra organic matter built in (typically topsoil, compost, sand, plus aged bark and a manure or peat component). Better for new vegetable installs and any project where you want planting-ready soil out of the truck.
Lawn & Flower Mix · $42.99 / yard
A lighter-textured blend designed for new lawn establishment, overseeding projects, and ornamental flower beds. Slightly more sand than 3-Way for better seed-bed structure.
Garden Mix (Mushroom Blend) · $61.99 / yard
Topsoil heavily blended with mushroom compost. The richest pre-blended mix for vegetable gardens, perennial beds, and raised beds where you want maximum plant performance. Plant immediately, no further amendments needed.
Garden Mix (Fish Blend) · $85.99 / yard
Topsoil blended with fish compost. Higher nitrogen and phosphorus than the mushroom blend. Best for heavy feeders (tomatoes, corn, squash, brassicas) and as a fall amendment with nutrients in place for spring.
Browse the full soils collection at harborsoils.com.
DIY Blend Recipes (When You Want Custom Control)
If you'd rather order components separately and mix on site, these proportions match the Pacific Northwest growing conditions and the products we deliver:
General Vegetable Garden
- 50% screened topsoil
- 30% mushroom compost
- 20% washed sand
Raised Bed (No Native Soil Contact)
- 40% screened topsoil
- 40% compost (mushroom or fish)
- 20% washed sand or perlite (drainage)
Heavy Feeder Mix (Tomatoes, Corn, Squash)
- 40% screened topsoil
- 40% fish compost
- 20% washed sand
Acid-Loving Plants (Blueberries, Rhododendrons)
Avoid mushroom compost (slightly alkaline). Use:
- 50% screened topsoil
- 30% peat moss or fir bark fines
- 20% washed sand
For full theory and seasonal amendment guidance, see our best soil for vegetable gardens guide and raised bed soil mix recipe.
Why Gig Harbor Soil Needs Help
The Gig Harbor peninsula sits on glacial till. Native soils here typically:
- Compact under foot traffic and equipment, especially in winter wet
- Drain slowly, holding water at the surface and turning hard in summer
- Run acidic (pH 5.0 to 6.0) which limits nutrient availability
- Lack the topsoil layer found in other regions (often scraped during construction)
That's why most successful gardens here rely on imported topsoil, compost, and amendments as the foundation. WSU Extension recommends 2 to 4 inches of compost worked into vegetable garden soil annually for productive yields in our region.
Raised Bed Soil Calculator
Formula: Length (ft) × Width (ft) × Depth (ft) ÷ 27 = Cubic yards needed
| Bed Size | Depth | Soil Needed |
|---|---|---|
| 4 ft × 4 ft | 12 in (1 ft) | 0.6 yards |
| 4 ft × 8 ft | 12 in (1 ft) | 1.2 yards |
| 4 ft × 8 ft | 18 in (1.5 ft) | 1.8 yards |
| 4 ft × 12 ft | 12 in (1 ft) | 1.8 yards |
| 4 ft × 12 ft | 18 in (1.5 ft) | 2.7 yards |
| 3 ft × 6 ft (3 beds) | 12 in | 2 yards |
Tip: Order 10 percent over your calculated need. Soil settles 1 to 2 inches after the first heavy watering, especially if you'll be tilling or working it in.
Bed Depth Recommendations by Plant Type
- 6 to 8 inches: Lettuce, herbs, radishes, shallow greens
- 12 inches: Most vegetables (tomatoes, peppers, beans, brassicas)
- 18 inches: Root vegetables (carrots, parsnips), perennials, asparagus
- 24+ inches: Fruit trees, deep-rooted shrubs (or open the bottom to native soil)
Garden Soil Delivery: How It Works
- Calculate volume. Use the table above. Add 10 percent for settling.
- Pick a product. Pre-blended Garden Mix for plant-ready convenience, or order components separately if you want a custom blend.
- Place the order. Visit harborsoils.com/collections/soils or call 253-857-5125.
- Confirm access. The truck stays on driveway or graveled surfaces. Soil is heavy (about 1 ton per yard) and the truck won't drive on lawn (rutting and compaction).
- We deliver and dump. Standard drop is on driveway or flat staging area. Wheelbarrow into beds.
For the full delivery walk-through, see our pillar guide: Bulk Material Delivery: What to Expect & How to Order.
Garden Soil vs. Topsoil vs. Compost
- Topsoil is screened mineral soil. Best for grading, lawn fill, low-cost bulk volume.
- Garden soil / topsoil blends mix topsoil with compost. Best for vegetable beds and raised beds you want to plant immediately.
- Compost is decomposed organic matter. Best as a top-dress or amendment, not as a standalone planting medium.
Read the full comparison: Compost vs. Topsoil vs. Garden Soil.
Contractor & Commercial Orders
Landscape contractors and developers working Gig Harbor and Kitsap County projects can order:
- Volume pricing for 5+ yard orders
- Multi-load coordination for grading and bed installs
- Recurring delivery scheduling
- Mixed-product loads (soil + compost + bark) where weight permits
Reach the office at 253-857-5125 or office@harborsoils.com.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best garden soil blend for raised beds?
For most vegetable raised beds in Gig Harbor, our Garden Mix Mushroom Blend ($61.99/yd) is plant-ready out of the truck. For heavier feeders or fall amendment, Garden Mix Fish Blend ($85.99/yd) has a higher nitrogen profile. The 5-Way Topsoil Mix ($45.99/yd) is a good middle ground.
How deep should garden soil be for vegetables?
Most vegetables need 12 inches of usable soil depth. Lettuce, herbs, and shallow-rooted greens can grow in 6 to 8 inches. Root vegetables and perennials need 18 inches. Fruit trees need 24 inches or more.
What is the difference between 3-Way and 5-Way topsoil mix?
3-Way is a screened blend of topsoil, compost, and sand at $32.99/yard: versatile general-purpose. 5-Way adds two additional components (typically aged bark and a manure or peat component) for a richer mix at $45.99/yard. Use 3-Way for general beds and lawn topdress. Use 5-Way for new vegetable installs.
How much soil do I need for a 4 by 8 raised bed?
A 4 ft by 8 ft raised bed at 12 inches deep needs 1.2 cubic yards of soil. At 18 inches deep, it needs 1.8 yards. Order 10 percent extra for settling.
Can I make my own garden soil blend?
Yes. A reliable DIY vegetable bed recipe is 50 percent screened topsoil, 30 percent compost, and 20 percent washed sand. For raised beds with no native soil contact, increase compost to 40 percent.
Do you deliver garden soil to Port Orchard and Bremerton?
Yes. Harbor Soils delivers all garden soil blends throughout Gig Harbor, Port Orchard, Bremerton, Silverdale, Poulsbo, Olalla, Purdy, Fox Island, and Key Peninsula.
Order Garden Soil for Your Gig Harbor Project
Visit harborsoils.com/collections/soils to browse current products and pricing, or call 253-857-5125 to talk through your project.
Harbor Soils
11612 WA-302, Gig Harbor, WA 98329
253-857-5125 · office@harborsoils.com
More Gig Harbor & Kitsap Resources
- Best Soil for Vegetable Gardens (Complete Guide)
- Raised Bed Soil Mix: The Best Recipe
- Best Soil for Flower Beds
- Topsoil Delivery in Gig Harbor
- Compost Delivery in Gig Harbor
- Compost vs. Topsoil vs. Garden Soil
- Topsoil Delivery Near Me: What to Expect
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