Mulch Calculator

Calculate mulch needed for your landscaping projects

Areas to Mulch

Area 1

Results

Total Coverage300.0 square feet

Total area that will be covered

Mulch Needed (Cubic Yards)0.9

Order this amount for bulk delivery

Mulch Needed (Cubic Feet)25.0

Total volume needed

Number of Bags Needed13

Standard 2 cubic feet bags

Estimated Cost:

Bulk Delivery:$32.00
Bagged Mulch:$65.00

Mulch Coverage Guide

Recommended Depths

  • • Flower beds: 2-3 inches
  • • Trees and shrubs: 3-4 inches
  • • Slopes: 2-4 inches
  • • Vegetable gardens: 2-3 inches

Benefits of Mulching

  • • Retains soil moisture
  • • Suppresses weed growth
  • • Regulates soil temperature
  • • Improves soil quality

Mulch Types and Tips

Organic Mulch

  • • Wood chips
  • • Bark mulch
  • • Pine needles
  • • Straw
  • • Leaves

Inorganic Mulch

  • • Gravel
  • • River rock
  • • Landscape fabric
  • • Rubber mulch
  • • Plastic sheeting

Application Tips

  • • Remove old mulch first
  • • Keep away from stems
  • • Apply when soil is moist
  • • Maintain proper depth
  • • Edge beds properly