OUR PRODUCTS
Spurt is the leading certified compost and custom soil manufacturer in Southeast Michigan. With over 3 decades of experience creating specialized, high performance soil blends, Spurt provides over 150,000 cubic yards of soils annually that are used in landscaping, construction, farming and residential projects.
SPURT COMPOST
Core Compost – STA Certified, All-Purpose
“Core Compost is at the heart of Spurt’s philosophy and business, a lovingly crafted STA Certified, and all-purpose workhorse. Core Compost is the consistent, high-quality, certified and local product serving Southeast Michigan for the last 30 years.”
*Compost made with food waste, animal products, and BPI products*
Cultivar Compost – STA Certified, Horticultural and Agricultural
“Cultivar Compost is the choice for the most discerning horticulturalists and organic farmers when landscapes and crops require superior performance. Cultivar Compost is carefully crafted to produce results worthy of display.”
*Compost made from yard waste and natural wood from trees*
PLANTING SOIL BLENDS & PATHWAY MATERIALS
Spurt Dirt
“Spurt dirt is our most revisited soil blend because of its quality, consistency, and the beautiful growth it supports. This soil blend balances water holding with infiltration to provide plant support and build soil health in any application from day one.”
This product contains STA Certified compost and mineral soils and is manufactured in accordance with MDOT Standard Specifications for Construction (section 917).
*A mix of Topsoil and Compost*
Spurt Dirt Plus
“Need a planting soil with a lower pH? Spurt Dirt Plus is a robust planting soil that optimizes plant fertility with an infusion of pH amendment. Spurt Dirt Plus has a nearly neutral pH that promotes greater root proliferation and unlocks essential plant performance.”
* A mix of Topsoil and Compost with pH amendment. Made to order for commercial projects*
Enviroblend
“Are you looking for a sandy loam-based planting soil? Our Enviroblend is designed to improve drainage and porosity in gardens and landscapes for superior plant performance. This unique blend contains a higher sand content than our traditional Spurt dirt and provides the perfect environment for healthier root growth and plant establishment.”
*A mix of sand, STA Certified Compost and mineral soils. *
Organic-Lock
“Spurt is proud to be the official dealer in Michigan for Organic Lock. OLSA is an ADA compliant, water permeable, and erosion resistant aggregate blend made with renewable, plant-based binding agent. OLSA qualifies for LEED credits on a variety of application, from pedestrian and vehicle traffic to sports fields and cart paths.”
*Fine aggregate mixed with Organic-Lock ® binder. Made to order for commercial projects *
Organic-Lock: Pathway Materials for Landscape Architects - Envirobond Products Corp.
CUSTOM SOIL BLENDS AND OTHER PLANTING MIXES *Made to order*
Custom Soil Blend – Designed to meet customers’ soil specs
Have a specific soil need? We will custom blend soils for your application and provide assistance with testing and soil sampling to meet project specs. Contact us for more information at info@spurtindustries.com
Soil Design
Are you a landscape architect or engineer interested in having Spurt design the soil specs for your next project? Learn more about our Thrive Design program.
These are some examples of custom soil blends Spurt produces on a regular basis:
Bioretention Mix – in compliance with MDOT specs
“Spurt Bioretention Mix is designed in compliance with MDOT specs to produce an ideal blend of porosity and filtration to handle storm events, reduce erosion, and support a thriving wildlife habitat all at once. Bioretention Mix has been used successfully in a variety of bioretention basins, swales, rain gardens, and LEED-certified projects.”
*A mix of sand, topsoil and compost. Made to order for commercial projects*
USGA Rootzone – Premium Golf Course Soil
“USGA Rootzone Blend is manufactured to the strict USGA standards to ensure superior performance from tee to green. Whether you are constructing a new fairway, remediating damaged greens, or filling divots, USGA Rootzone is formulated to support resilient turf and optimal drainage.
*A fine mix of sand and compost. Made to order for commercial projects*
Clay Conquer – Clay Soil Remediation Blend
“Clay Conquer is specially designed to break up the compacted, heavy clays of Southeast Michigan to provide better drainage, aeration, and access to its natural fertility.”
*A mix of compost, ceramic aggregate and sand. Made to order for commercial projects*
Spurt is the only company in Macomb, Wayne and Oakland Counties producing STA Certified Compost.
This is the leading national certification for compost, requiring regular testing for more than 20 different parameters.