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How Much Soil for a 15-Inch Round Planter?

Calculate the cubic inches and quarts of potting soil needed for a large 15-inch diameter round planter.

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How to use this tool

  1. Select whether your pot is round (cylindrical) or square.
  2. Enter the inside diameter (or side length) and inside depth in inches.
  3. The calculator returns the volume in quarts and cubic feet.

Large 15-inch planters are common for tomatoes and shrubs — find the exact soil volume before buying potting mix.

Frequently asked questions

How much potting soil does a 12-inch pot hold?
A 12-inch round pot that is 10 inches deep holds about 19.6 quarts (0.65 cu ft) of potting mix. Most bags are sold in 8-quart or 2 cu ft sizes.
How many quarts in a cubic foot of potting soil?
One cubic foot equals 25.75 dry quarts. A standard 2 cu ft bag of potting mix holds about 51.5 quarts.