Potting Soil Volume Calculator

Calculate potting soil volume for containers.

The Potting Soil Volume Calculator extension allows gardeners, horticulturists, and hobbyists to easily determine how much potting soil they need for their plant containers. Whether you’re working with rectangular planters, cylindrical pots, or flower pots shaped like truncated cones, simply input the dimensions, choose your units, and instantly see how much soil is required. Key Features: - Supports three container shapes: rectangular, round (cylindrical), and truncated cone (flower pot). - Enter your container’s dimensions (length, width, height, diameters, etc.) in various units (cm, mm, ft, in, etc.). - Specify the quantity of containers to get total volume needed. Choose from multiple volume units (liters, cubic centimeters, cubic inches, gallons, etc.) for output. - Automatically prevents entering negative values. - Instantly updates calculations as you change inputs. Instructions / How to Use: - Select the shape of your container from the radio buttons. - Enter the container’s dimensions in the provided fields, ensuring all values are non-negative. - Set the quantity of containers you need to fill. - Review the total volume calculated at the bottom. - Use the unit dropdowns to adjust length and volume units as preferred. - The total volume will update automatically with every change you make. This tool simplifies the planning and purchasing process by helping you know exactly how much soil to prepare, preventing waste and ensuring your garden thrives.