If You’re Looking for Mulch, Soil, Sand, or Gravel, You’ve Come to the Right Place!

Knowing how much mulch to purchase for your beds or gardens is always a bit of a guess, but if you own a pickup truck or your project requires two or more yards of mulch, buy bulk. Bulk mulch is substantially more cost effective than bagged mulch. Bulk mulch, even including a delivery fee, will almost always be less expensive.

To determine how much mulch you need, measure the square footage of your area and the desired depth, in inches, of mulch. If you want to compare pricing on bagged vs. bulk, know that bagged mulch is usually sold by either weight or cubic volume.

• *There are 27 cubic feet in a cubic yard.
• *The average 40 Ib. bag of mulch is approximately equal to 1 cubic foot.

The only compelling reason to buy bagged mulch is ease of transportation. Bagged mulch can be up to ten times more expensive than bulk. It makes sense to pay a delivery fee and borrow a wheelbarrow if you don't have one. Furthermore, cheap bagged mulch can sometimes contain shredded construction debris or other waste with toxic chemicals.

Bulk mulches from reputable landscape companies are likely clean and safe. Mulch is useful for preventing soil erosion and holding moisture in the ground. It helps to inhibit weed growth and gives a garden a manicured appearance.

Mulches vary in makeup, color, texture, and appearance. Use the following examples to help guide your selection:

• For a soothing, natural look, use dark-colored mulches.
• For a brighter bed, use lighter mulch or consider light colored gravel.
• For a classic look, choose undyed dark brown.