Mulch calculator
Enter the area by length and width, or type the square footage straight in. Most beds want 2 to 3 inches of mulch.
How much mulch per area
| Area | 2 in deep | 3 in deep | 4 in deep | 2 cu ft bags at 3 in |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50 sq ft | 0.31 yd | 0.46 yd | 0.62 yd | 7 |
| 100 sq ft | 0.62 yd | 0.93 yd | 1.23 yd | 13 |
| 150 sq ft | 0.93 yd | 1.39 yd | 1.85 yd | 19 |
| 200 sq ft | 1.23 yd | 1.85 yd | 2.47 yd | 25 |
| 250 sq ft | 1.54 yd | 2.31 yd | 3.09 yd | 32 |
| 300 sq ft | 1.85 yd | 2.78 yd | 3.70 yd | 38 |
| 400 sq ft | 2.47 yd | 3.70 yd | 4.94 yd | 50 |
| 500 sq ft | 3.09 yd | 4.63 yd | 6.17 yd | 63 |
| 750 sq ft | 4.63 yd | 6.94 yd | 9.26 yd | 94 |
| 1000 sq ft | 6.17 yd | 9.26 yd | 12.35 yd | 125 |
| 1500 sq ft | 9.26 yd | 13.89 yd | 18.52 yd | 188 |
| 2000 sq ft | 12.35 yd | 18.52 yd | 24.69 yd | 250 |
A few rules of thumb
One cubic yard covers about 108 square feet at 3 inches, or 162 square feet at 2 inches. Bulk is usually cheaper than bags past two or three yards.
Keep mulch a few inches away from tree trunks and plant stems. Piled against bark it holds moisture and invites rot.