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Installed with default rates (hardwood, labour, delivery): about $269. Set your own rates in your account.
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Measure on the mapThe formula
cubic yards = area (sq ft) × depth (in) ÷ 324324 = 12 inches per foot × 27 cubic feet per cubic yard.
bags (2 cu ft) = cubic yards × 13.5A cubic yard is 27 cubic feet, so 13.5 two-cubic-foot bags.
m³ = area (m²) × depth (cm) ÷ 100Metric: 1 cm = 0.01 m.
Reference table
| Depth | Coverage per yd³ | Use |
|---|---|---|
| 2 in | 162 sq ft | Top-up of existing beds |
| 3 in | 108 sq ft | Standard install, weed suppression |
| 4 in | 81 sq ft | New beds, heavy weed pressure |
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- Inch Calculator: Cost to Install Mulch (updated 2023-07-18), accessed October 10, 2026
- Lawn Love: Mulch cost, accessed October 10, 2026
- LawnStarter: Mulch price, accessed October 10, 2026
- Lawn Love: Mulch calculator, accessed October 10, 2026
- HelloGravel: Landscape rock delivery & installation (2026), accessed October 10, 2026
- Jobber: How to price landscaping jobs, accessed October 10, 2026
Frequently asked questions
How many cubic feet are in a yard of mulch?
27 cubic feet (3 ft × 3 ft × 3 ft).
How deep should mulch be?
2–3 inches to refresh existing beds; 3–4 inches for new beds. Keep it pulled back a few inches from tree trunks and siding.
How many bags of mulch equal a yard?
13.5 two-cubic-foot bags, or 9 three-cubic-foot bags.
Is bulk mulch cheaper than bags?
Usually. Lawn Love estimates bulk at roughly 35% cheaper than bagged for the same volume, before delivery fees.
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