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Clay loam topsoil blended with humus peat and is ideal under sod.  Commercial Screened Topsoil meets the City of Ottawa specifications for F-8021.  Typical pH is 6.9-7.5 with organic matter 2-5%.

Commercial Screened Topsoil is approved for use on City of Ottawa projects. Commercial Screened Topsoil is usually a mixture of sand, silt, clay and organic matter, which provides stability under sod.

Please note that Commercial Screened Topsoil is not available online. For information on how to order, contact Greely Sand & Gravel Inc. today.

A blend of topsoil, washed sand, and compost to retain moisture and to provide significant drainage. To be used with structural cells to provide a stable platform for easy planting.

Plus, Silva Cells allow the trees to get the oxygen and nutrients they need to grow larger and live for many years.

Silva Cell Soil is a product that helps urban trees and plants grow healthy and strong. It is a modular system that creates space for soil under the pavement, where it can absorb water, nutrients and oxygen. Silva Cell Soil also reduces stormwater runoff and pollution by filtering rainwater through the soil and roots. Silva Cell Soil is designed to support traffic loads and fit around utilities, making it suitable for streets, plazas, parking areas and green roofs.

Please note that Silva Cell Soil is not available online. For information on how to order, contact Greely Sand & Gravel Inc. today.

The City of Ottawa Spec Sports Field Topsoil is an engineered soil that is designed to improve the quality and performance of sports fields. It is a sandy based soil that is mixed and screened with Category A compost, which enhances the water retention and nutrient availability for the turf. The soil is free flowing and can be easily spread. The City of Ottawa Spec Sports Field Topsoil has been successfully used on many sports fields in the city, such as soccer fields, baseball diamonds, and football fields. The soil helps to enhance the turf quality, reduce weed growth, and increase the durability and resilience of the sports fields.

Sports field topsoil is fertile and friable. 65-75% Sand, 25-35% Silt and Clay, where preferably clay is <10%.

Please note that Greely’s Infield Mixes are not available online. For information on how to order, contact Greely Sand & Gravel Inc. today.

Horticultural Topsoil is a growing medium that consists of a variable mixture of sand, silt, clay, organic material and nutrients meeting the following criteria: 45-70% Sand, 0-35% Silt, 14-20% Clay with a typical pH of 6.9-7.5 and a minimum of 4% of Organic Matter.

Please note that Horticultural Topsoil is not available online. For information on how to order, contact Greely Sand & Gravel Inc. today.

Made with our residential screened topsoil and mushroom compost. Great for planting trees and shrubs. Typical pH 7.3-7.7, Organic Matter 8-12%, CEC 19-25 meq/100g

Bedding Soil is a type of soil that is used for planting trees and shrubs. It is different from regular topsoil, which may not have the right texture, drainage, or nutrients for trees and shrubs in a confined space. Bedding Soil is specially formulated to provide optimal growing conditions for trees and shrubs, with a mix of organic materials like Mushroom Compost. Bedding Soil is lightweight, well-draining, and holds onto water and nutrients, while also providing good aeration and preventing compaction.

Please note that Bedding Soil is not available online. For information on how to order, contact Greely Sand & Gravel Inc. today.

A sandy loam soil blended with mature leaf and yard waste compost. It is recommended for large sodding projects.

Contractors Soil is a type of soil that is cost effective for large construction projects.  Contractors Soil is usually a mixture of sand, clay and organic matter, which provides stability, drainage and nutrients for sod. Contractors Soil can be sourced from natural deposits or manufactured from recycled materials.

Please note that Contractor's Soil is not availabble online. For information on how to order, contact Greely Sand & Gravel Inc. today.