The Ultimate Guide to Raised Bed Mix

Raised bed mix is the secret to stronger roots, healthier plants and guaranteed growing results! Learn from the GDT&S experts what raised bed soil is, how it differs from topsoil and garden soil, where best to use it, and why it delivers consistent results for homeowners, allotment growers and professional landscapers. Whether you’re creating raised beds, revitalising borders or installing large-scale planting schemes, this guide shows how raised bed mix provides the perfect foundation for plants to thrive.

When topsoil is an essential part of laying turf, improving soil, or enhancing your landscape project, applying it correctly is crucial. In this guide, we’ve pulled together all our (proven) top tips to help you get to know the different types of topsoil, how and when to apply them, and how to get the most out of them to benefit your garden.