BULK MATERIAL: Recommended Uses
3/4” Minus Crushed Limestone:
Packs very well for driveways. Must be watered in to reduce fines and settle.
1 1/4” to 3/4” Screened Limestone:
Crushed rock best used for paths, walkways or top dressing for existing limestone driveways. Very few fines—packs fair.
5/8” Minus Crushed Rock:
For driveways, packs very well. Gray in color with lots of fines (very sandy). Must be watered in to reduce fines and settle.
1” to 2” Drain Rock:
Smooth round rocks that allow water to run through.
Pea Gravel:
Not crushed. Round rocks okay for drainage, paths and walkways. Not for use in driveways—does not pack very well.
Sand—Construction or riverbed:
Children’s sandboxes, setting patio stones or brick. Good additive to hard clay soil to break it up and improve drainage.
Bark—Medium and Fine:
Decorative and mulching purposes. Keeps moisture around plant material.
Sawdust & Shavings:
Mulch or healing in plants. Good additive to hard clay soil to break it up and retain moisture.
Sandy Loam Topsoil:
Good base for lawns or gardens. Needs amending with organic material for gardening.
3-Way Soil Mix: Topsoil, sawdust and composted cow manure. Ready to plant!
5-Way Soil Mix: Topsoil, sawdust, composted cow manure, sand and mushroom compost. Ready to plant!
Garden Compost Mulch:
Back by popular demand is Smit's Garden Compost Mulch. This locally sourced compost is from the Smit's Dairy Farm in Lynden and is comprised of dairy solids with wood chips and shavings. This mulch is aged 3-4 months to guarentee a consistent, well-composted and low-odor product. While not certified as organic, this product is created with only organic practices. For more information, feel free to contact Smit's Dairy Farm directly at 360-354-3583.