Is autumn the best time to buy topsoil?

Autumn is finally upon us and the changing season brings a new set of challenges (and opportunities) for avid gardeners to dive into.

The colder, wetter months can feel like an uphill battle but, with the right tools, knowledge and timing, gardeners can keep their beloved lawns and flower beds as prepared as possible for a successful winter and spring.

Topsoil is an excellent way to keep gardens of all kinds well-prepped for the months ahead. But is autumn really the best time to buy topsoil, or would another time of year be more suitable?

At A&R Aggregates, we’re suppliers of some of the best grade 1 topsoil with full certification in the North West, which our customers are keen to pick up when their gardens need some extra TLC. With this in mind, let’s take a closer look…

Why autumn is a great time to invest in topsoil

As it turns out, yes! Autumn is an excellent time of year to pick up some fresh grade 1 topsoil and put it to good use. Here are just a few reasons why:

It gives your gardens the nutrients they need to survive the winter

Grass and plant life are delicate and don’t always fare well in lower temperatures. So, just as humans need plenty of nutrient-dense food in their bellies, plants need to fill themselves up with the essentials they need to combat the cold.

Grade 1 topsoil is perfect for arming your gardens against the chillier months. This is because, unlike many other soils and fertilisers, it is packed to the brim with the nutrients plant life needs to fully thrive. 

This has been achieved by absorbing said nutrients from the surrounding environment and decayed plant and animal life for hundreds of years, so you know it’s got everything a growing garden needs.

By using grade 1 topsoil in your garden, expect your plants and lawns to come back bigger, better and stronger in the new year.

Help lawns recover from summer droughts

At the opposite end of the spectrum, summer can be a tough time for your garden, too.

High temperatures and beaming sun can draw moisture away from your plants and lawns, causing them to wither and struggle to maintain their colour and texture.

Luckily, grade 1 topsoil is an ideal solution to combat summer droughts. If you lay grade 1 topsoil after a particularly hot and dry summer spell, your plants will be better able to absorb moisture and nutrients thanks to the freshness of the soil, bringing them back to full health and ready to face the rest of the weather’s forces.

Looking for grade 1 topsoil in Wigan and the surrounding area? Choose A&R Aggregates

If you live in Wigan or the nearby area and want to give your gardens the best shot at enjoying a prosperous latter end of the year, you should pick up a bag of top-quality grade 1 topsoil from A&R Aggregates in the autumn.

Our topsoil is locally excavated from agricultural land and is ideal for planting in seeding beds, golf courses, football pitches, garden borders and more.

Click here to learn more about our bulk bag of grade 1 topsoil for lawns and gardens, or feel free to speak to a member of the A&R Aggregates team for more information. Or if you’re ready to buy your topsoil right now, add your desired quantity to your basket, checkout, and we will take care of the rest!