Mulch Calculator
Calculate cubic yards of mulch needed for garden beds and landscaping
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Tips & Notes
- •2"–3" of mulch is ideal for weed suppression and moisture retention.
- •Don't pile mulch against tree trunks or plant stems — leave a 2" gap.
- •One cubic yard covers about 100 sq ft at 3" depth.
- •Shredded hardwood mulch lasts longer than wood chips or pine straw.
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Tools You'll Need
True Temper R6STFFEC 6 Cu. Ft. Steel Wheelbarrow — Never Flat Tire
Seamless steel tray, never-flat tire, steel handles — essential for moving bulk materials
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True Temper 8"x8" Steel Hand Tamper
Compact flat-plate tamper for packing gravel, sand, and soil by hand
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NoCry Professional Knee Pads
EVA foam, adjustable straps, hard cap protection for ground-level work
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