Melbourne Water Soil
Melbourne Water Soil is an engineered blend designed to meet strict stormwater treatment and infiltration specifications set by Melbourne Water. Suitable for applications such as raingardens, biofiltration systems, and urban green infrastructure, this soil promotes water retention, filtration, and healthy plant growth — while meeting Type A, B, and C compliance standards.
If you're working on a council or civil landscape project, trust Daisy's Melbourne Water Soil to deliver compliance and performance.
Melbourne Water Technical Guidelines
| Type A | Specification |
|---|---|
| Application | Raingardens, swales, bio basins |
| Texture | Clay Loam to Loamy Sand |
| Permeability (mm/hr) | >30 |
| Bulk Density (kg/L) | 1.1–1.5 |
| Organic Matter (%) | 2–5 |
| pH (1:5 H₂O) | 5.7–8.0 |
| Notes | Max 40% fines (very fine sand, silt, clay) |
| Type B | Specification |
|---|---|
| Application | Native grasses, shrubs, revegetation |
| Texture | Sandy Loam to Clay Loam |
| Permeability (mm/hr) | >20 |
| Bulk Density (kg/L) | 1.2–1.6 |
| Organic Matter (%) | 2–8 |
| pH (1:5 H₂O) | 5.5–8.0 |
| Notes | Supports biodiversity, not trafficable |
| Type C | Specification |
|---|---|
| Application | Public open space, low-traffic turf |
| Texture | Sandy Loam to Loam |
| Permeability (mm/hr) | >30 |
| Bulk Density (kg/L) | 1.2–1.6 |
| Organic Matter (%) | 2–8 |
| pH (1:5 H₂O) | 5.5–8.0 |
| Notes | Not suitable for playing fields |
Melbourne Water Approved Soil at Daisy's Garden Supplies
In-House Production
Our Hallam facility allows full control over blending and quality, ensuring consistency and rapid supply.
Certified Testing
All soils are batch-tested at accredited labs and reviewed by Certified Professional Soil Scientists (CPSS) for compliance with Melbourne Water and AS 4419-2018 specifications.
Proven Experience
We have supplied large-scale melbourne water and biofiltration projects across the state, with an understanding of council and design requirements.
Technical Support
Our team works closely with project managers and consultants to meet both regulatory and performance needs.
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