🌱 Planting Mixes
Bioretention Soil
Engineered high-infiltration media — typically 60–70% sand, 20–30% compost, 5–10% topsoil. Designed to infiltrate stormwater at 5+ inches per hour while supporting plant life. Municipal specs vary.
Available sizes
Bulk
Gallery
Material pile
Installed
Wet
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Availability
In stock- Available in Southern California
- Available in Northern California
- Delivered pricing available
- Heavy equipment delivery available
Typical lead time
1–3 business days
Delivery options
End dumpSuper sacksTruck & transfer
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- Material expertiseEvery product page written by people who spec and deliver materials for a living.
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- Professional supportA specialist follows every order — before, during, and after delivery.
- Delivered pricing, preparedYardexa prepares delivered pricing that includes truck, fuel, and site coordination — not a surprise on the invoice.
- Fulfillment network handledYardexa coordinates sourcing behind the scenes — you never contact yards directly.
- California coverageLive routes across LA, OC, San Diego, Riverside, Inland Empire, and Ventura.
- Project planning toolsCalculators, bundles, and a project cart that mirror how contractors actually order.
Advantages
- High infiltration rate
- Supports vegetation
- Meets LID / MS4 specs
Applications
- Bioswales
- Rain gardens
- Stormwater basins
- Green infrastructure
Specifications
- Infiltration
- 5+ in/hr typical
- Blend
- 60–70% sand / 20–30% compost / 5–10% topsoil
- Density
- 1.1 tons per cubic yard
Coverage per cubic yard
| Depth | Coverage |
|---|---|
| 18" | 18 sq ft |
| 24" | 13.5 sq ft |
Common uses
BioswalesRain gardens
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Frequently asked
- What's the standard bioretention soil depth?
- 18"–24" is typical. Confirm with your project's civil drawings — municipal specs vary.