Free Mulch Calculator - Landscaping Made Easy
Calculate how much mulch you need for landscaping. Estimate cubic yards and bags needed based on area and desired depth for gardens and beds.
Quick Answer
1 cubic yard covers 162 sq ft at 2" depth, 108 sq ft at 3" depth. For 200 sq ft at 3" depth: need about 2 cubic yards or 27 bags.
Key Facts about Mulch Calculator:
- Ideal depth: 2-4 inches
- 1 cubic yard = 27 cubic feet
- 1 cubic yard @ 3" covers 108 sq ft
- ~13-14 bags (2 cu ft) per yard
- Replace mulch annually
Why Use Our Mulch Calculator?
Complete mulch calculations:
Volume Calculator
Cubic yards needed.
Bag Calculator
Number of bags.
Coverage
Area at any depth.
Cost Estimate
Project budget.
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How to Mulch Calculator in 3 Easy Steps
Calculate mulch:
Enter Area
Garden bed dimensions.
Enter Depth
Desired mulch depth.
Get Amount
See yards and bags needed.
Order Right Amount
No over-ordering
No return trips
Budget accurately
Cover beds properly
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about our mulch calculator
How deep should mulch be?
2-4 inches deep; 2" for fine, 3-4" for coarse mulch
2-4 inches is ideal for most applications. 2 inches for fine mulch, 3-4 inches for coarse mulch. Too deep can suffocate roots and promote mold.
How much area does a cubic yard cover?
2" deep: 162 sq ft, 3" deep: 108 sq ft, 4" deep: 81 sq ft
At 2" depth: 162 sq ft. At 3" depth: 108 sq ft. At 4" depth: 81 sq ft. Formula: coverage = 324 / depth in inches.
How many bags of mulch in a cubic yard?
13-14 standard 2 cu ft bags per cubic yard
About 13-14 bags of 2 cubic foot mulch per cubic yard. 27 cu ft in a yard ÷ 2 cu ft per bag = 13.5 bags.
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