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Mulch calculator

Work out bark, woodchip or rubber mulch for garden beds and paths.

Mulch Calculator
Cubic yards1.85
Cubic feet50
Bags (2 cu ft)25
Estimated cost$74.07

How it works

  1. Cubic yards = length × width × (depth ÷ 12) ÷ 27.
  2. Most bagged mulch is sold in 2 cu ft bags — 13.5 bags per cubic yard.
  3. Spread 2–3 inches for weed control; 3–4 inches for paths.

Example: A 20 × 10 ft bed at 3 inches needs 1.85 cubic yards — 25 bags of 2 cu ft.

Frequently asked questions

How deep should mulch be?

2–3 inches for beds. Keep it a few inches away from tree trunks and stems.

How many bags of mulch in a yard?

13.5 bags of 2 cu ft, or 9 bags of 3 cu ft.

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