Mulch Calculator

Mulch Yardages:

1 Yard = 27 cubic feet (3′ x 3′ x 3′)
1 Yard = 10′ x 10′ area (100 sq. ft.) approximately 3 inches deep
You can calculate the square footage by multiplying length x width
(i.e. 30′ x 5′ = 150 sq. ft. = 1.5 yds @ 3″ thick)

Top Soil/Mushroom Soil Yardages
1 Yard of Top Soil/Mushroom Soil = 80 sq. ft
(8′ x 10′ area) approximately 4 inches deep
Landscape Stone: 1 scoop = Approximately 1 Ton
1 scoop covers approximately 80 sq. ft. – 4 inches deep

Product Weights:
1 Yard Top Soil = 2,000 lbs (1 ton)
1 Yard Mushroom Soil/Earthmate = 1,000 – 1,200 lbs
1 Yard Mulch = 800 lbs 1 Yard Garden Compost = 800 lbs
1 Yard Playground = 800 lbs
1 Scoop Sand = 2,500 lbs

How much will your truck truck hold?
Standard 6 ft. bed pickup = 2 yds mulch
Standard 8 ft. bed pickup = 3 yds mulch

Why should I mulch?

For moisture control:

In dry periods mulch retains moisture around plants’ root systems, and helps hold down costly water bills.

For weed control:

For insulation:

During cold weather mulch acts as a protective blanket for plants, moderating severe temperature changes which can damage plant root systems.

For soil enrichment:

As mulch decomposes it enriches the soil with natural organic matter, and enhances the ability of the soil to retain moisture.