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Mulch Installation Cost Calculator

Enter your bed sizes and mulch depth to see how much mulch you'll need and an estimate of what installation will cost.

Mulch installation estimate
Your mulch beds

Add each bed that needs mulch. For odd shapes, use the closest rectangle or circle, or split the bed into a few smaller ones.

Total area: 0 sq ft

Beds that already have mulch usually need 1 to 2 inches. New beds usually need 3 inches.

Your estimate will appear here

Enter at least one bed size and choose a mulch depth to see your price.

Estimates only. Your final price is confirmed when we review your property.

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How to Use the Mulch Installation Cost Calculator

  1. Add your mulch beds

    Enter the length and width of each rectangular bed, or the diameter of each circular one. Use "Add another bed" for up to 20 beds.

  2. Choose your mulch depth

    Beds that already have mulch usually need 1 to 2 inches. New beds usually need 3 inches.

  3. See your estimate

    Your total area, order amount, and estimated price appear as soon as you enter a bed and choose a depth. Orders round up to the next half cubic yard, with a 1 cubic yard minimum.

  4. Request a free quote

    We confirm your exact price after reviewing your beds, so you know the final cost before we start.

How to measure your beds

  • Measure rectangular beds along the longest side and the widest point.
  • Measure circles straight across the center, like around a tree.
  • Split curved or L-shaped beds into a few smaller rectangles.
  • No tape measure? Use the measure tool in Google Earth.

How far one cubic yard goes

DepthCovers about
1 inch324 sq ft
2 inches162 sq ft
3 inches108 sq ft

Mulch Installation Cost FAQs

How much does mulch installation cost?

Mulch installation costs $135 per cubic yard, delivered and installed, with a 1 cubic yard minimum. Your total depends on the size of your beds and the depth you choose.

How much mulch do I need?

One cubic yard covers about 108 square feet at 3 inches deep, about 162 square feet at 2 inches, and about 324 square feet at 1 inch. The calculator works it out for you from your bed sizes.

How deep should mulch be?

Beds that already have mulch usually need 1 to 2 inches to refresh them. New beds without mulch usually need about 3 inches.

Is delivery and installation included in the estimate?

Yes. The estimated price includes delivering and installing the mulch, based on the order amount shown.

Is there a minimum order?

Yes. There's a 1 cubic yard minimum, so smaller projects are priced at 1 cubic yard.

What if my beds aren't perfect rectangles or circles?

Use the closest shape, or split the bed into a few smaller rectangles and add each one. A close estimate is fine. We confirm the exact amount when we review your property.

Can I add more than one muclh bed in the calculator?

Yes. Add up to 20 beds, and the calculator combines them into one total area and price.

How do I measure my beds?

Use a tape measure or measuring wheel to find the length and width of rectangular beds. For circular beds, measure the diameter. You can also use the measure tool in Google Earth.

Is the calculator free to use?

Yes. It's free, with no obligation to book.

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