Peat Moss (3.8 cu. ft.)
Premium peat moss for improving soil structure and moisture retention in containers and garden beds.
Available by the bag at our Deer Park yard — pickup or dump-truck delivery across the NW Chicago suburbs. Use the coverage calculator to size your order.
Details
Compressed sphagnum peat moss — the classic soil amendment for two opposite problems: holds water in fast-draining sandy soil, and opens up heavy clay so roots can breathe. Mix in at roughly 25–50% by volume into the native soil when preparing a new bed.
Slightly acidic (pH ~4.0–5.0), which makes it the right amendment for acid-loving plants: blueberries, azaleas, rhododendrons, hydrangeas. Also a reliable seed-starting medium on its own. 3.8 cu ft per bag expands to about 7–8 cu ft when loosened.
Specs
| Soil type | Sphagnum peat moss |
|---|---|
| Amendments | None — unblended |
Best for
- Amending heavy clay soils for better drainage
- Moisture retention in sandy soils
- Acid-loving plants (blueberries, azaleas, rhododendrons)
- Seed starting and transplant root balls